Sonya
Queen of VMB
Thanks to @paperposter for sharing this article. It's a brief overview of what to expect in the next year as Nevada implements its new recreational marijuana program.
https://www.leafly.com/news/politics/legalization-nevada-heres-happens-next
You should be aware that marijuana is still illegal on the federal level. Because the casinos answer to the federal gaming commission, I would expect it will take much longer for casinos to accept consumption on their property. Anyone who has spent any time in a Vegas hotel has smelled cannabis in the hallways, but it is not considered a "private" setting, so the $600 fine could apply to use in a hotel room, so be forewarned.
https://www.leafly.com/news/politics/legalization-nevada-heres-happens-next
Question 2 will become effective on January 1, 2017. On and after that date, any adult 21 and older can possess up to one ounce of cannabis and up to an eighth-ounce of cannabis concentrate without fear of arrest or prosecution. That’s not a license to consume cannabis in public. In fact, it’s worth noting that public consumption of cannabis could land you a $600 fine, so don’t abuse the privilege.
You should be aware that marijuana is still illegal on the federal level. Because the casinos answer to the federal gaming commission, I would expect it will take much longer for casinos to accept consumption on their property. Anyone who has spent any time in a Vegas hotel has smelled cannabis in the hallways, but it is not considered a "private" setting, so the $600 fine could apply to use in a hotel room, so be forewarned.
I'll try to update this sticky as we learn more in 2017 as Nevada and Las Vegas begin to implement policies.Timeline
- Jan. 1, 2017: Question 2 becomes effective. Possession, private consumption, and home grow become legal.
- Jan. 1, 2018: Deadline for the Nevada Department of Taxation to adopt regulations and begin accepting applications for marijuana establishments.