The Florida Supreme Court Monday approved a recreational marijuana constitutional amendment for the November 2024 statewide vote.
Known as Amendment 3, the proposal will legalize the “non-medical personal use of marijuana products and marijuana accessories by an adult” 21 or older if approved by 60% or more of state voters.
“We are pleased that the Court agreed that the ballot language was clear and correctly ruled in favor of allowing voters the chance to vote on this important initiative. We look forward to bringing our message of allowing adults to safely use cannabis for their own personal consumption to the voters of this state,” said Smart & Safe Florida in a statement Monday.
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The Bellamy Brothers, who chair the Smart & Safe Florida campaign, issued a statement:
“We are thrilled to see that the Florida Supreme Court rightfully granted the people the right to vote on allowing adults to purchase and consume cannabis products safely and legally. As we tour across the United States, we recognize that most Americans already enjoy this right in their respective states, and we are glad to see Floridians will soon be able to make this decision for themselves at the ballot box in November.”
Amendment 3 Ballot Summary:
Amendment 3 Ballot allows adults 21 years or older to possess, purchase, or use marijuana products and marijuana accessories for non-medical personal consumption by smoking, ingestion, or otherwise.
It also allows Medical Marijuana Treatment Centers and other state-licensed entities to acquire, cultivate, process, manufacture, sell, and distribute such products and accessories.
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It applies to Florida law but does not change or immunize violations of federal law. It establishes possession limits for personal use.
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