Proposition 64 (California)

Proposition 64, passed in California in 2016, legalizes recreational marijuana use for adults aged 21 and over. It allows individuals to possess, cultivate, and share limited amounts of cannabis legally. The measure also establishes a regulatory system for commercial cultivation, distribution, and testing of cannabis products, similar to alcohol rules. Additionally, it permits certain previous marijuana convictions to be reduced or dismissed, aiming to address past injustices. Overall, Proposition 64 transitions marijuana from an illegal drug to a regulated industry, balancing personal freedom with public safety and economic growth.