Reefer Redux: Recreational pot initiative similar to failed 2002 measure

[NVMojo]

September 22, 2006

Although Nevada is known for normalizing alternative lifestyles, it has not been a kind place historically for pot smokers.

In 2002 voters defeated an initiative to legalize marijuana for recreational use by a 61 percent to 39 percent margin. In November they'll experience an electoral flashback when they decide on a similar ballot measure that would provide adults with legal access to the mind-altering drug.

The Regulation of Marijuana Initiative would make it legal for adults to purchase, for private use, one ounce of marijuana - the equivalent of a pack and a half of cigarettes - from special 21-and-over mini-marts.

If passed by a majority of voters, it would regulate and tax the manufacture and sale of marijuana, with the revenue to be divided evenly between drug treatment and education programs and the state's general fund. The initiative also increases penalties for providing marijuana to minors and driving under the influence of the drug.

more...

http://www.lasvegassun.com/sunbin/stories/sun/2006/sep/22/566633218.html

[Warpy]

1. Finally! A reason to go to Las Vegas!

I don't drink, smoke or gamble, so it would have been kind of a wash for me, going just to catch a show or two.

Pot might make the whole thing fun!

[Turtlebah]

2. I'll go too!

It's not too far away for me. I know it'll pass! Can't wait!