The fact sheet is intended to help dispel misinformation about recreational marijuana as the board continues to work on rules and regulations that eventually will allow it to be legally grown and sold for profit.
The rules are due next April, on the anniversary of the recreational marijuana law.
A version of the “Top 10” list was approved in July, but the cannabis board earlier this month voted to revise it, to clarify what the law says about possessing marijuana. The board clarified that legal possession is limited only to dried cannabis flower, and that it's currently illegal to possess any other type of marijuana product.
Board members have stated safety concerns about the use of other marijuana products until a testing lab is in place. Board member William Parkinson has said the body can react differently to cannabis that is ingested through consumables as opposed to cannabis that is smoked.
The fact sheet
Here is the verbatim text of the revised list, approved for public dissemination:“10 Things to Know about Responsible Adult Use Cannabis”
As of April 4, 2019, under Public Law 35-5, grown and consumption of recreational cannabis is legal.
1: Who can consume cannabis?
A: Responsible adults, 21 years old and over.
2: How much cannabis can I have on me publicly or in my vehicle?
A: As of August 2019, possession is legal up to 1 oz (28 grams) of dried flower. Cannabis concentrate or cannabis infused products aren't available for consumption until a licensed cannabis retailer is established on island.
3: Can I grow cannabis?
A: Cultivation is allowed on your private property or with the consent of the property owner in a completely enclosed area and must be out of public sight. You can grow up to a maximum of six (6) plants but are limited to three (3) mature flowering plants and three (3) plants that are still in a vegetative state.
4: Can I buy or sell cannabis?
A: Not at this time. As of August 2019, selling or bartering by individuals without a cannabis retail license is prohibited but (it) can be gifted up to 1 oz (28 grams).
5: Where can I consume cannabis?
A: Safely in your home or with the consent of the home owner or your landlord. Public consumption of cannabis is prohibited and punishable by law. Moreover, cannabis is an illegal drug under federal law and is prohibited on federal property (i.e. military bases, parks and offices).
6: Can I consume cannabis and drive?
A: No. Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is considered impaired driving and is punishable by law.
7: How does this affect my job?
A: Please see your employer’s Drug-Free Workplace Policy.
8: Can I travel off-island with cannabis?
A: No. Cannabis is still considered illegal under federal law and cannot be transported across borders via air and sea.
9: Can I import or export cannabis?
A: No. Cannabis is still considered illegal under federal law and cannot be transported across borders via land, air or sea (i.e. mailed, shipped or ordered online).
10: Where can I get more information?
A: For tax rules and regulations: guamtax.com. For GovGuam employment: doa.guam.gov. For treatment and prevention: gbhwc.guam.gov.
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