Since July 1 marijuana became legal in Virginia. According to the law adults that are aged 21 and above can have legal marijuana seeds in small amounts. They can also cultivate it in their home for recreational purposes but again it should be in a small amount. 

This is to be done under one condition that it should be kept away from the children. Selling marijuana seeds is illegal and so is transporting them. People can gift each other in private. There are much more laws that are about it if you are confused about the loss here we have answered the few most asked questions. Read the whole article to get to know the answers to your questions.

How can you legally obtain it?

You cannot get it legally from any shop unless you have a medical card from the Virginia Cannabis control authority. You have to get your license done under the authority. 

But other options that are legal to get marijuana is growing it by yourself in your garden or receiving it as a private gift from the person who grows it. You can also search it online but there is no such evidence whether it is legal or not.

So, if your friend or neighbor wants some marijuana then gift them some today.

Is it allowed to smoke in public?

It is illegal to smoke in public and if you are caught doing it for offering it to others then you will have to pay a $25 fine. Another offense is that you will have to participate in a drug treatment program. Also if you possess marijuana around any school ground or school bus it is considered illegal.

If you are under the age of 21 and are caught with marijuana then you will have to pay a $25vfine and participate in a substance abuse program or education.

Is transporting marijuana allowed?

Any driver or passenger should not consume or possess any container of marijuana while the vehicle is there. It is because of the laws which are written under the assumption that retail sales are not allowed. So that should not be any regulation; not even in closed containers.

Some of the reports suggest that it is allowed to keep it in a passenger’s trunk. As there is no such clarification so it is not clear yet.

Hence, it can be said that the lower longs to grow it yourself and keep it away from children or any public places. If you are held under the possession of marijuana then you can be imprisoned sometimes. You will not be released immediately. You will have to prove the fact that you are not under the charge. 

Marijuana is legal but still, you have to follow some laws which the government has decided. You have to say some consequences in case you do not follow these laws. So it is suggested to all to follow the laws. Make your decision wisely. 

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