Maryland's Legalized Recreational Marijuana: What Pennsylvanians Need to Know

Maryland has become the latest state to legalize recreational marijuana, allowing adults 21 and older to purchase it from licensed stores. Any adult with a valid ID can buy recreational marijuana in Maryland, including Pennsylvanians. However, it is illegal to transport the drug across state lines into Pennsylvania. Maryland's legalization is expected to attract customers from neighboring states, including Pennsylvania, where only medical marijuana is legal. Business owners hope that the success of Maryland's market will encourage a change in federal policy. The state estimates that recreational marijuana sales could generate up to $600 million in the first year.