But he also urges legislators to impose a moratorium on sales until they have set up regulations for the drug, a process that could take at least nine months.
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Opponents of legalized pot urge Maine lawmakers to take lead in crafting regulations
A No on 1 campaign official says recreational use involves many complicated issues, necessitating a broad and thoughtful approach to the rulemaking process.
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China crash leaves N.C. couple charged with marijuana trafficking
Police reported finding more than 5 pounds of pot in the trunk of a vehicle involved in the crash on Route 3.
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Q&A: Can my employer fire me for legally using marijuana?
More than two dozen states have medical marijuana programs, but the drug is still against federal law.
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Portland council delays decision on retail marijuana moratorium
Councilors cite concerns about taking the step on short notice, just one day before Mainers vote on legalizing pot.
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Marijuana industry created more than 18,000 new jobs in Colorado last year
A new report suggests that the black market is being significantly reduced by legalization, and that those reductions will continue.
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Two Mainers arrested on I-95 with 20 pounds of marijuana, N.H. police say
The Waldoboro men were stopped for motor vehicle violations as they drove southbound in Portsmouth.
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Colorado gives marijuana candy new look to avoid confusion
Colorado’s new “universal symbol” for foods that contain marijuana is designed to give the treats a distinct look, even after they’re out of the packaging.
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Bath police go to home for child custody complaint, find 17 pounds of pot
A detective detects an overwhelming odor of marijuana at a home on Bumpy Hill Road.
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Maine joins 8 other states to vote on expanding access to marijuana
Five states – Arizona, California, Maine, Massachusetts and Nevada – will consider legalizing the recreational use of pot, and four others will vote on expanding access for medical purposes.