DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — The first day of Issue 2’s legalization is a bittersweet day for dispensaries.
Though it is now legal for adults 21+ to possess marijuana, no medical dispensary can legally make recreational sales.
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Recreational marijuana sales will be managed by the newly established Cannabis Control Division which will regulate the sale of non-medical cannabis in Ohio. This new division still has to iron out details on licensing and processes for dispensaries to have the legal ability to sell.
Those with medical cards cannot purchase recreational cannabis from dispensaries and will still follow rules in place by the Ohio Medical Marijuana Control Program (OMMCP).
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Local dispensaries say they have been preparing for an increase in business by adding staff, products, and security for when it becomes legal to sell recreationally.
Tracey McMillin, chief operating officer of Pure Ohio Wellness feels the industry will only explode once recreational use is fully in place.
“I think it will do like it’s done in other states. And I think