North Dakota Proposes Reduced Penalties for Minor Marijuana Offenses
North Dakota Proposes Reduced Penalties for Minor Marijuana Offenses
17 Feb, 2025 - North Dakota introduces House Bill 1596 to reduce penalties for minor marijuana and THC possession, aiming to alleviate court backlogs.
Measure 5 Defeated: North Dakota Upholds Ban on Recreational Cannabis
5 November 2024 - North Dakota voters rejected Measure 5, a proposal to legalize recreational marijuana, with 53% opposed. This marks the third defeat in six years, leaving North Dakota as one of the few states restricting cannabis to medical use.
22,000 Signatures Submitted for North Dakota Marijuana Legalization
8 July 2024 - Advocates in North Dakota submit over 22,000 signatures to put recreational marijuana legalization on the November 2024 ballot. The measure proposes conservative regulations, reflecting the state’s values. Critics remain divided.
Ballot Initiative for Recreational Marijuana in North Dakota Approved
25 April 2024 - North Dakota advocates begin collecting signatures for a ballot initiative to legalize recreational marijuana for adults 21 and older. If passed in November 2024, the measure would regulate production, sale, and use while addressing law enforcement priorities.