With the New Year arriving and new cannabis laws set to begin on January
1, 2018, the Los Angeles County Sheriff Department will like to remind
everyone driving under the influence of marijuana is a crime and will
bring the same result as driving under the influence of alcohol.
In addition to marijuana, a driver could be subject to a DUI arrest if
they are under the influence of prescription medications like sleep aids,
tranquilizers, barbiturates, opiates and other painkillers
anti-depressants, and even over-the-counter allergy or cough
medications. Drivers caught driving impaired can expect the impact
of a DUI arrest to include jail time, fines, fees, DUI classes, license
suspensions and other expenses that can exceed $10,000 not to mention the
embarrassment when friends and family find out.
Remember, #DriveBakedGetBooked.
If you are interested in learning more about marijuana possession, below
is some information regarding the Marijuana Law provided by Los Angeles
County, and the State of California.
PARENTS AND TEENS
The passage of Proposition 64 has made cannabis a common discussion
topic. Parents and teens should inform themselves about new laws
concerning cannabis. In particular, it remains illegal for anyone under
21 years of age to consume or possess cannabis except in limited cases in
which a doctor has recommended the use of medical cannabis. The
amount of information on the internet can be overwhelming. As a starting
point, the Office of Cannabis Management has compiled the following short
list of resources for parents and teens.
(
http://cannabis.lacounty.gov/for-parents-and-teens/)
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(
https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/DO/letstalkcannabis/Pages/legal.aspx)
What's Legal for Adult Use?
• Under California law, adults
21 or older can use, carry, and grow cannabis (marijuana, weed, pot).
• Buying cannabis (without a
current physician’s recommendation or a State-issued medical marijuana
identification card) will become legal for adults 21 or older January 1,
2018.
• Use of medicinal cannabis is
legal if you have a current physician’s recommendation or a valid
State-issued medical marijuana identification card.
• To buy medicinal cannabis,
you must have a current physician’s recommendation, a valid State-issued
medical marijuana identification card, or be a Primary Caregiver as
defined in Health and Safety Code Section 11362.7(d).
• You can consume cannabis on
private property but you cannot consume, smoke, eat, or vape cannabis in
public places. Property owners and landlords may ban the use and
possession of cannabis on their properties.
• Even though it is legal under
California law, you cannot consume or possess cannabis on federal lands
like national parks, even if the park is in California.
• It is illegal to take your
cannabis across state lines, even if you are traveling to another state
where cannabis is legal.
The new law, known as the Medicinal and Adult-Use Cannabis Regulation and
Safety Act, includes information about where you can use cannabis, how
much you can possess, and the penalties for illegal use. Check out the
resources below to find out more.
LA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(
http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/sapc/Prop64/Proposition64.htm)
With the passage of Proposition 64, California legalized the responsible
adult use of marijuana. Please see the following for more
information on marijuana use and on the efforts of Department of Public
Health to promote the health and safety of our communities.
Prop. 64 Rules on Personal Use and Cultivation
As of Nov. 9th any adult 21 years or older may:
• Possess, transport, obtain or
give away to other adults 21 or older up to one ounce of marijuana or 8
grams of concentrated marijuana.
• Cultivate up to six plants
per residence and possess the marijuana produced by these plants.
All plants and harvest in excess of one ounce must be kept in a locked
space not in public view at one’s residence. Local governments may
still forbid cultivation outdoors, but will allow it inside a private
residence or accessory structure that is "fully enclosed and
secure."
You may NOT:
• Consume marijuana in any
public place.
• Smoke or vaporize marijuana
in any non-smoking area or within 1,000 feet of a school, daycare or
youth center while children are present, except privately at a residence.
• Consume marijuana or possess
an “open container” of marijuana while driving or riding as a passenger
in any motor vehicle, boat, or airplane.
• Possess or use marijuana on
the grounds of a school, daycare or youth center.
• Manufacture concentrated
cannabis with a volatile solvent (except for state-licensed
manufacturers).
Furthermore,
• Owners may forbid the
possession or use of marijuana on their property subject to normal tenant
law for renters.
• Employers may prohibit the
use of marijuana by their employees.
• Commercial marijuana
cultivation, manufacturing or sales operations require a license from the
State Bureau of Medical Cannabis Regulation, which will begin accepting
applications January 1, 2018.
Minors
Minors under 21 may not possess, use, transport, or cultivate non-medical
marijuana. Minors under 18 are subject to drug counseling or community
service.
Prior offenders
If you have been convicted for a marijuana felony or other offense that
has been downgraded by Prop 64, you may petition the court to have your
record changed to what it would be if Prop 64 had been in effect.
Medical Marijuana
Medical marijuana will continue to be available for persons with valid
doctor’s recommendations. Approved medical marijuana identification
cards will be issued by the State.
As there are currently no adequate clinical standards and prescription
guidelines for medical marijuana use, it is necessary to be mindful of
the quantity and quality of marijuana you decide to use.
Responsible adult use
While marijuana may be used responsibly, it is also a psychoactive drug
that can have short and long-term consequences. How it affects your
body and your health can vary widely depending on a number of individual
and psycho-social-biological factors, including your age, and preexisting
physical and mental health conditions.
Furthermore, until we can implement adequate safety, quality standards,
and monitoring, you cannot be sure that the marijuana you buy is free of
mold, pesticides, or other toxic chemicals. While further research
and regulations for marijuana are being developed, if you intend to
consume marijuana be sure to practice with caution and care.
Please Note: Cannabis remains classified as a Schedule I drug
under the federal Controlled Substances Act, and its purchase,
possession, distribution, or use within California may be unlawful under
federal law. While it is our intention to provide current information,
this fact sheet is not for the purpose of providing legal advice and can
become outdated. Contact your attorney if you have questions about
cannabis, what is (or is not) legal under state or federal law or need
legal advice.
Forwarded by:
Bob Boese, Sergeant
Sheriff’s Information Bureau – Newsroom
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
Hall of Justice - First floor
211 W. Temple St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
213-229-1700
Website LASD HQ:
http://www.lasd.org
Recruitment LASD:
http://www.careers.lasd.org
Follow LASD HQ via Text and Email:
http://www.Nixle.com
https://nixle.com/lasd---los-angeles-county-sheriffs-dept-information-bureau-sib/
Twitter: @LASDHQ
http://twitter.com/LASDHQ
Twitter: @LASDtalk
https://twitter.com/LASDTalk
Twitter: @LASDvideos
https://twitter.com/LASDvideos
Twitter: @LASDespanol
https://twitter.com/LASDespanol
Facebook LASD HQ
http://www.facebook.com/LosAngelesCountySheriffsDepartment
Instagram LASD Photos:
http://instagram.com/LASDHQ
Pinterest LASD Photos :
http://pinterest.com/lacountysheriff/
YouTube LASD Videos:
http://www.youtube.com/user/LACountySheriff/videos?view=0
SNAP LA County: Specific Needs Disaster Voluntary
Registryhttp://snap.lacounty.gov/
Alert LA County: Telephone emergency mass notification system
http://www.lacounty.gov/wps/portal/alertla
Text & Email, Register for LASD Nixle messages: To receive more
detailed, up-to-date information via E-MAIL and/or TEXT directly from the
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD), sign up for
"Nixle" alerts at
http://www.Nixle.com
and register for "LASD – Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Dept
Information Bureau (SIB)" AND your local LASD station area. Or, to
receive URGENT TEXT ALERTS ONLY, text your zip code to 888777. Standard
text messaging rates may apply depending on your calling plan.
"If You See Something, Say Something"
LA Crime Stoppers: Partner to prevent or report crime by contacting your
local Sheriff’s station. If you prefer to provide information
anonymously, you may call "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800)
222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile
APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website
http://lacrimestoppers.org.
Jim McDonnell, Sheriff
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
For full details, 
Nixle. ©
2017 Everbridge, Inc. All rights reserved.
No comments:
Post a Comment