But there is good news for those who would partake: for adults over the age of 21 in California, it is now legal to use, possess and share cannabis, as well as grow it at home. read more
Individuals seeking a medical marijuana identification card must first prove they are over the age of 18 and a California resident. A qualified patient may possess up to 8 ounces (half pound) of marijuana at one time. read more
California has raised the minimum age for smoking cigarettes from 18 to 21 with a measure that health advocates say will save lives and pave the way for states across the US to adopt stricter tobacco laws. read more