Californians can smoke and vape in parks, on beaches, decides gov Published: Oct 9, 2017, 7:46 am • Updated: Mar 21, 2018, 10:12 am By The Associated Press SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Smoking and vaping will still be allowed at California state parks and beaches, despite lawmakers’ attempts to ban it.
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Can you smoke or vape in California?
Throughout California, you can’t smoke or vape: Inside any bar, restaurant or other enclosed workplace 6 In any state park or state beach (as of Jan 1, 2020). Does not apply to paved roadways or parking facilities.
Is it legal to smoke weed in California?
Yes, it is now legal to smoke marijuana in California. But before you light up, it's important to know where you can and cannot smoke, as certain restrictions still apply. A good rule of thumb. If you can't smoke a cigarette in a particular area, you probably can't smoke weed there, either.
How close to a restaurant can you vape in La?
In the city of LA, smoking and vaping (e-cigarettes are regulated just like regular cigarettes) is prohibited (in addition to the statewide rules above): within 10 feet of outdoor dining areas and 40 feet of food kiosks, food carts and mobile food trucks. 19 at farmer’s markets 20 on an elevator 21
Can you smoke or vape on the LA Metro?
You also can’t smoke or vape on a Metro facility or within 20 feet of any entrance, exit, or window of such a facility. 25 including the beaches of Malibu, Santa Monica, Venice, and Marina del Rey.
Is it legal to smoke weed in California?
Where can you smoke weed in California? Public and private spaces to light up. Yes, it is now legal to smoke marijuana in California. But before you light up, it's important to know where you can and cannot smoke, as certain restrictions still apply.
Can you smoke weed in a public place?
If you can't smoke a cigarette in a particular area, you probably can't smoke weed there, either. Places like schools, daycare centers and most public spaces are not weed-friendly. Smoking while driving also remains illegal .
Who can smoke?
Adults ages 21 years and over, whether a California resident or not, can smoke. An individual can purchase, daily, approximately 1 ounce (28.5 grams) of the smokable stuff—as well as small amounts of oils, edibles and similar products.
Where can I smoke pot?
Perhaps the biggest concern for pot users is where they can get high. The blunt response is that, while pot is legal, nearly all property in California—public or otherwise—is off-limits to marijuana use. There are a few small pockets of legal use, and the largest of those legal locations for use are private residences.
What else should users know?
Transporting marijuana will be an issue for most users, and the law is strict in this area. Users cannot smoke in their vehicles, or any type of transportation vehicle, for that matter.
How to use cannabis safely
Your reaction to cannabis may be different than other people, depending on:
Storing cannabis at home
Cannabis products can be mistaken for regular food or candy. California has strict labeling laws to warn when products contain cannabis. To prevent kids from accessing cannabis or anyone from accidentally taking it:
Keep children safe
Cannabis affects children more than adults. Children are at higher risk for adverse effects from cannabis, especially with edibles. To keep kids safe:
Protect your pets
Cannabis use is not federally approved for animals. Before giving cannabis to your pet, talk to your veterinarian about:
Can you smoke cannabis on private property?
You can use cannabis on private property. But you cannot use, smoke, eat, or vape cannabis in public places and you cannot smoke cannabis or cannabis products in places where it is illegal to smoke tobacco. Property owners may ban the use and possession of cannabis on their privately owned properties.
Can you have cannabis in a car?
It is against the law for you to have an open container of cannabis in a car or other vehicle while driving, operating or riding in the passenger seat. If you have cannabis in a vehicle, it must be in an approved sealed package or container. Otherwise, it must be kept in the trunk of the vehicle.
Is second hand smoke harmful?
Yes. Secondhand cannabis smoke contains THC and many of the same toxins and chemicals found in tobacco smoke. These toxins can be harmful to those around you, especially babies and children.
Does cannabis have THC?
Yes. The way cannabis plants are grownhas changed over the past few decades.Many plants now contain higher amounts of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), the active ingredient in cannabis. The higher the THC content, the stronger the effects on your brain and behavior.A higher concentration of THC may result from using newer methods of cannabis like dabbing, vaping, and/or consuming edibles.
Can you use cannabis while pregnant?
No. Using any form of cannabis is notrecommended for women who are pregnant orwho plan to be pregnant soon. If you already usecannabis for medicinal purposes, ask your doctorfor an alternative treatment shown to be safeduring pregnancy.
When is marijuana legal in California?
Buying cannabis (without a current physician’s recommendation or a county-issued medical marijuana identification card) will become legal for adults 21 or older January 1, 2018. Use of medicinal cannabis is legal if you have a current physician’s ...
How old do you have to be to buy medical marijuana?
To buy medicinal cannabis, you must be 18 or older and have either have current physician’s recommendation, a valid county-issued medical marijuana identification card, or be a Primary Caregiver as defined in Health and Safety Code Section 11362.7 (d). You can consume cannabis on private property but you cannot consume, smoke, eat, ...
