Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill to amend the Delaware Code relating to creation of the Delaware Marijuana Control Act.

Highlights:

• Authorizes the personal use of marijuana for 21 years old or older and taxed in a manner similar to alcohol so law enforcement can focus on violent crime and property crimes (Page 3).

• Specifies marijuana must be regulated in the manner similar to alcohol to ensure the following (Page 4):

• Individuals will have to show proof of age;

• Selling, distributing, or transferring marijuana individuals under the age of 21 remains illegal;

• Driving under the influence of marijuana remains illegal;

• Legitimate, tax paying business people, not criminal actors, conduct sales of marijuana; and

• Marijuana sold in this state will be tested, labeled, and subject to additional regulations to ensure consumers and informed and protected. 

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