Criminal Law - Manufacturing of Controlled Dangerous Substances - Cannabis Products and Concentrated Cannabis
If enacted, HB506 will specifically modify sections of the Maryland Criminal Law to permit the private manufacture of cannabis, thus impacting current regulations around controlled dangerous substances. The bill provides clear definitions of personal use amounts, delineating specific quantities for cannabis, concentrated cannabis, and cannabis products to ensure compliance and clarity for consumers. The threshold for personal use is set at 1.5 ounces of usable cannabis, 12 grams of concentrated cannabis, and related cannabis products containing no more than 750 milligrams of THC.
House Bill 506 proposes changes to the Maryland Criminal Law regarding the manufacturing of cannabis products and concentrated cannabis. This bill allows individuals who are at least 21 years old to manufacture personal use amounts of cannabis products or concentrated cannabis for their own use or for sharing among adults in private residences. The manufacturing process must not involve the use of volatile solvents, which are substances that can create flammable vapors and potentially hazardous conditions.
While there may be general support for the concept of allowing personal use manufacturing, discussions surrounding this bill could focus on safety, public health concerns, and the implications of legalizing home manufacturing. Detractors may raise issues related to the potential for misuse, the adequacy of regulatory oversight, and the risk of exacerbating substance misuse problems. Supporters, on the other hand, point out the freedom it provides to adults to manage their own cannabis consumption without legal penalties, as long as it occurs in private and meets the specified guidelines.