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Plain English Summary
This proposed measure would make it legal for adults to use marijuana for recreational purposes in North Dakota. It would create a system to regulate and tax marijuana sales, similar to how alcohol is currently regulated.
If YES
Adults 21 and older could legally possess and use marijuana for recreational purposes
confidence: high
Licensed businesses could sell marijuana products to adults, creating new retail opportunities
confidence: high
The state would collect tax revenue from marijuana sales
confidence: high
People would no longer face criminal penalties for possessing small amounts of marijuana
confidence: high
If NO
Marijuana possession and use would remain illegal under state law
confidence: high
People could still face criminal charges for marijuana-related activities
confidence: high
No legal marijuana businesses would be established in the state
confidence: high
The state would not collect tax revenue from legal marijuana sales
confidence: high
Financial impact
Fiscal impact analysis not yet available. The measure would likely generate tax revenue from marijuana sales while requiring state resources for regulation and enforcement.
TL;DR
This measure would legalize recreational marijuana use for adults and create a regulated market with taxation.
Limitations
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