TAC officers in the Orlando Police Department (OPD) are part of the Tactical Action Unit. TAC officers are responsible for keeping Orlando safe by making arrests, seizing guns and drugs, and more. “Thanks to the diligence and expertise of our officers, these illegal narcotics will not reach the streets of Central Florida and beyond,” OPD said about the marijuana … [Read more...] about 90 Pounds of Cannabis Trafficked into Orlando International Airport Seized
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Florida first lady, officials warn against youth pot use ahead of amendment vote
The Florida Department of Health has issued a warning about the risks of marijuana use ahead of the statewide vote on whether to make it legal for adults for recreational use. It’s the latest instance of the DeSantis administration using government resources to try and sway next month’s election. Tuesday's notice does not mention Amendment 3 on this year’s ballot. The health … [Read more...] about Florida first lady, officials warn against youth pot use ahead of amendment vote
Fact or fiction? Critics say Amendment 3 will make Florida smell like weed
As voters decide whether to legalize recreational marijuana in Florida this November, Gov. Ron DeSantis and opponents of Amendment 3 are focusing on a specific concern: the smell. “It’s basically a license to have it anywhere you want,” DeSantis said at a press conference in April. “This state will start to smell like marijuana, in our cities and towns. It will reduce the … [Read more...] about Fact or fiction? Critics say Amendment 3 will make Florida smell like weed
Campaign to legalize marijuana in Florida is mostly bankrolled by one company
The battle to legalize recreational marijuana in Florida is being bankrolled almost entirely by one company: Trulieve. The company has contributed over $92 million to the Smart & Safe Florida political committee, which is leading the effort to pass Amendment 3. The battle to legalize recreational marijuana in Florida is being bankrolled almost entirely by one company: … [Read more...] about Campaign to legalize marijuana in Florida is mostly bankrolled by one company
Curaleaf Opens Port St. Lucie Cannabis Dispensary in Florida
Curaleaf Holdings Inc., a leading international provider of consumer cannabis products, announced it has opened a new medical dispensary in Port St. Lucie, Fla. Located at 1720 Southwest Gatlin Blvd., Curaleaf Port St. Lucie opened its doors to medical patients on Oct. 3, 2024. The company's newest dispensary brings its Florida store count to 65 locations, with 151 dispensaries … [Read more...] about Curaleaf Opens Port St. Lucie Cannabis Dispensary in Florida
Everything You Need to Know About Florida’s Marijuana Legalization Ballot Initiative, Amendment 3
Add former NFL star Ricky Williams to the list of celebrities supporting passage of Amendment 3, which would legalize adult recreational possession and use of cannabis in Florida. In order to win on Nov. 5, it needs 60% of the vote. “I know firsthand the ostracizing and debilitating effects the criminalization of cannabis can have,” Williams stated in a press release issued … [Read more...] about Everything You Need to Know About Florida’s Marijuana Legalization Ballot Initiative, Amendment 3
Florida Amendment 3 ranks as the most expensive recreational marijuana legalization measure nationally since 2010
Florida Amendment 3 ranks as the most expensive recreational marijuana legalization measure nationally since 2010 There is a new record-holder for the most expensive marijuana legalization ballot measure: Florida Amendment 3. Marijuana has been a recurring trend for ballot measures since 2010, though there were a few before then. From 2010 to 2023, there were 24 ballot … [Read more...] about Florida Amendment 3 ranks as the most expensive recreational marijuana legalization measure nationally since 2010
Trulieve chips in another $4.5 million for Florida’s recreational marijuana effort
A political committee leading efforts to pass a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow recreational use of marijuana raised more than $4.5 million from Aug. 31 through Sept. 6, with almost all of the money coming from the Trulieve cannabis company, a new finance report shows. The Smart & Safe Florida committee raised $4,527,791 in cash, with $4.5 million coming … [Read more...] about Trulieve chips in another $4.5 million for Florida’s recreational marijuana effort
Florida Republicans split on legalization of marijuana after Trump’s support
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Florida Republicans have mixed feelings on whether marijuana should be legalized in the state. Right now, nearly half the states in the country have legalized recreational marijuana. Amendment 3 on the ballot in November would allow adults over the age of 21 to purchase marijuana for recreational use. Medical marijuana has been legal in the state since … [Read more...] about Florida Republicans split on legalization of marijuana after Trump’s support
Just say no: Florida Sheriffs Association releases resolution opposing recreational marijuana amendment
'By opposing the legalization and commercialization of recreational marijuana, we are committed to safeguarding our citizens from various potential harms.' The group that represents Florida’s Sheriffs — which has often aligned itself with the state’s Republicans — is taking a formal stance against the amendment that would allow recreational marijuana. The Florida Sheriffs … [Read more...] about Just say no: Florida Sheriffs Association releases resolution opposing recreational marijuana amendment
