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Can I Be Arrested For Marijuana Possession In New York?

New Yorkers age 21 and older can now legally possess up to 3 ounces of cannabis and up to 24 grams of concentrated … Show More cannabis and will soon be able to grow up to three mature marijuana plants at home.On March 31, Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed the Marijuana Regulation and Taxation Act after the state legislature voted to legalize recreational use for adults. However, retail sales are not expected to begin for at least a year.While this represents a milestone in an exhaustive effort to legalize pot in the Empire State, severe penalties can still result for those caught with over 3 ounces of marijuana or more than 24 grams of concentrated cannabis.New York Marijuana And Cannabis Concentrate Possession PenaltiesWith …Read More »

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