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10 August
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Medical Marijuana and State Question 788: What You Need to Know

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Medical Marijuana and State Question 788: What You Need to Know

Oklahoma’s marijuana laws keep changing, and the constant stream of news about what is new makes it hard to keep up. Here is what you need to know now about State Question 788 and the future of medical marijuana in Oklahoma. Back on June 26, 2018, Oklahoman voters approved State Question 788, which legalizes medical marijuana. With passage of the bill, people who get the signature of a licensed doctor can obtain a license allowing them to use marijuana. The law also permits possession and cultivation of marijuana for medicinal use only. People with licenses can have three ounces or less...

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16 March
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Will Medical Need Excuse Your Possession of Marijuana Charge?

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Will Medical Need Excuse Your Possession of Marijuana Charge?

People find relief from various different medical conditions by using marijuana, whether prescribed by a doctor or obtained by other means. In Oklahoma, marijuana users who treat medical conditions with the plant could face serious criminal charges if found in possession of marijuana or under its influence. New legislation up for a state-wide vote in June 2018 could help them stay out of trouble. Voters will decide State Question 788 on June 26, 2018. If passed, the ballot initiative would legalize the licensed use, possession, and cultivation of marijuana for medicinal use only. Users would need to obtain a signature from...

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28 August
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Oklahoma Laws on Marijuana

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Oklahoma Laws on Marijuana

Oklahoma laws on marijuana could change dramatically if voters approve State Question 788, which would legalize use of medical marijuana in the state. Currently, possession of any marijuana is a misdemeanor and is punishable by a $1,000 fine and less than one year of imprisonment for a first offense. Penalties increase for subsequent offenses or if you are on probation when you are arrested. Oklahoma made big changes to its drug possession laws that went into effect on July 1, 2017, but charges for marijuana remain a misdemeanor. However, in 2018 voters will consider State Question 788. The question, if approved,...

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