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Marijuana Law Changes in St. Louis and Missouri
Missouri voters passed Amendment 3 in 2023. The new law makes the possession of up to 3oz of marijuana legal for anyone over 21, and the purchase of up to 3oz legal as long as the marijuana is purchased from an authorized seller like a dispensary.
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What Marijuana Charges Are Still a Crime in St. Louis and Missouri?
Missouri Revised Statutes Article XIV §2, it is still illegal to:
- Sale or distribution of marijuana or paraphernalia to people under 21
- The purchase, possession, consumption or use of marijuana by someone under 21
- Operating or being in physical control of a vehicle while under the influence of marijuana
- Consuming marijuana while operating a vehicle
- Smoking marijuana inside a vehicle while it is being operated
- Possession or consumption of marijuana on any private or public school or university, or in a school bus
- Smoking marijuana in a public place or where smoking tobacco is prohibited
- Undertaking any task while under the influence of marijuana, if doing so would constitute negligence, recklessness, or professional malpractice
- Selling marijuana without a proper license
- Possessing more than 3oz (or 6oz for Missouri residents with a Medical Marijuana Card)
- Growing marijuana for commercial use without a license
- Growing marijuana for personal iuse without a personal cultivation identification card
In the wake of Missouri's changing marijuana laws, it's essential to be aware of what is still considered a crime in St. Louis and across the state. While Amendment 3 legalized the possession and purchase of small amounts of marijuana for adults, there are still strict regulations in place. If you find yourself facing marijuana-related charges, don't hesitate to seek legal counsel from Combs Waterkotte's St. Louis marijuana charges lawyers to protect your rights and get the best possible resolution in your case.
