Recreational marijuana sales to start as early as Tuesday

After months of anticipation, non-medical marijuana sales will start as early as Tuesday, Aug. 6, according to the Ohio Cannabis Coalition (OHCANN).

The passage of Issue 2 in November allowed people 21 and over to purchase marijuana recreationally in the state of Ohio.

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Applications opened in June for companies to start selling marijuana recreationally.

The 17-page application covered conditions of getting a license, such as keeping visitor logs, having curbside and drive-through pickup and utilizing surveillance systems.

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“I can’t emphasize enough the work that OHCANN members alongside DCC have put in to bring us to this day,” OHCANN Spokesperson Tom Haren said in a statement. “We are stepping into a new future for Ohio where citizens will have access to safe products and communities will feel the benefits of this growing industry through tax revenue and job opportunities."

In a release, OHCANN said although sales could start as soon as Tuesday, some dispensaries may need additional time.

Some companies that are already selling medically have the option to open a separate dispensary to sell recreationally. License applications must be approved or denied by Sept. 7. Applications were due June 14.

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