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Plain English Summary
Measure 2 would have legalized the recreational use of marijuana for adults 21 and older in North Dakota. The measure would have allowed adults to possess, use, and grow limited amounts of marijuana for personal use, similar to how alcohol is regulated.
If YES
Adults 21 and older could legally possess and use marijuana for recreational purposes
confidence: high
People could grow a limited number of marijuana plants at home for personal use
confidence: high
The state would likely establish a regulated market for marijuana sales and taxation
confidence: medium
Fewer people would face criminal charges for marijuana possession
confidence: high
If NO
Recreational marijuana remains illegal in North Dakota
confidence: high
People can still face criminal penalties for marijuana possession and use
confidence: high
No regulated marijuana market or associated tax revenue would be established
confidence: high
Current medical marijuana laws would continue unchanged
confidence: high
Financial impact
The measure could have generated tax revenue from marijuana sales, but would also require state resources for regulation and enforcement. Fiscal impact analysis not yet available for specific dollar amounts.
TL;DR
This measure would have legalized recreational marijuana for adults 21 and older in North Dakota.
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