\”North Dakota’s cannabis laws have undergone significant changes in recent years. In 2016, voters approved Measure 5, legalizing medical cannabis for patients with qualifying conditions. Under the state’s medical cannabis program, patients can possess up to 3 ounces of cannabis and access cannabis products through licensed dispensaries. Home cultivation is not permitted, but the state has established a regulated system for the production and sale of medical cannabis. Despite this progress, recreational cannabis remains illegal in North Dakota.
In 2018, voters rejected Measure 3, which would have legalized recreational cannabis for adults over the age of 21. However, the state has taken steps to reduce penalties for cannabis possession. In 2019, North Dakota decriminalized the possession of up to 0.5 ounces of cannabis, making it a civil offense punishable by a fine rather than jail time. Advocates for cannabis reform continue to push for broader legalization, and public support for recreational cannabis is growing. As more states in the region move toward legalization, North Dakota may eventually follow suit.\”
North Dakota
Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary
North Dakota (geographical name)state United States ✽ Bismarck 70,665 (183,729 ), 642,200 - NW cen area square miles square kilometers pop
Peace Garden State, Flickertail State, Roughrider State
