CHESAPEAKE BEACH, Md. – Anyone caught using cannabis on town property or in any business in Chesapeake Beach will be fined $100.
While recreational cannabis use in Maryland was legalized back in May, the Chesapeake Beach Town Council passed an ordinance in October, prohibiting the use of cannabis on town property or in any business in town.
“While Cannabis laws have changed, it is important to realize it is still illegal to use Cannabis in public places, including your vehicle. It is also illegal and very dangerous to be under the influence of Cannabis while driving. The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office remains vigilant in these areas and will continue to enforce ALL criminal and civil laws concerning Cannabis. The new Town of Chesapeake Beach ordinance is a civil infraction that deputies can enforce in addition to all other state laws already in effect,” says Calvert County Sheriff Ricky Cox.
Meanwhile, the Maryland Cannabis Administration says Calvert County is expected to open three dispensaries next year. State zoning regulations prohibit dispensaries anywhere within 500 feet of schools, daycares, libraries, recreational facilities, parks, and playgrounds.
Calvert County hasn’t created any bills relating to zoning regulations for cannabis dispensaries, but the licenses to open them will be issued on January 1st.
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Only in Calvert County
Why only in Calvert County? The legalization of cannabis seems to have people smoking all over Maryland (and other states with similar legalizations). This just sounds like they will be enforcing the law. Smoke it at home inside where you aren’t putting others at risk or forcing them to smell it.
Already a civil offense to smoke in public that carries a fine, they’re just enforcing whats already the law
State law already makes it illegal to use in public.
Guess they didn’t make enough money from them $1000 water park tickets
Nope. You are correct. They feel it’s necessary to spend more of my tax dollars going after someone burning a plant in public.
Should we make bonfires illegal? Asking for a friend…
Dope heads fyi not everyone wants to smell dope while out in public . Maryland dope laws are clear about where you can consume dope .
Is the smell keeping you up at night?