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Legal Weed In Haddonfield: The State Of Local Cannabis Sales
NJ hit the 1-year mark for dispensaries legally selling recreational weed. Here's what Haddonfield and Haddon Twp. residents should know.
HADDONFIELD, NJ — This time of year represents a special stretch for New Jersey's cannabis enthusiasts. Thursday marks 4/20, the unofficial stoner "holiday," while Friday is the one-year anniversary of the state allowing dispensaries to sell recreational weed.
Many New Jersey municipalities, including Haddonfield and Haddon Township, opted out of allowing weed businesses within their premises. But much has changed in the local cannabis landscape since the state's end of prohibition.
Here's the state of cannabis in the area.
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Where are the nearest dispensaries?
The state Cannabis Regulatory Commission has a map of dispensaries, including medical-only establishments and those offering medicinal and recreational weed.
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The nearest to the Haddonfield area include:
- Curaleaf (640 Creek Rd., Bellmawr)
- The Cannabist (1692 Clements Bridge Rd., Deptford)
- Curaleaf (4237 Route 130 S, Edgewater Park)
- Sweet Spot (903 White Horse Rd. Suite 2, Voorhees), (medicinal only)
What about cannabis businesses in Haddonfield and Haddon Township?
Both municipalities were among many Camden County locales that opted out of allowing cannabis businesses within its premises. When recreational use for adults became legal in New Jersey in 2021, local governments had six months to decide whether to prohibit any or all types of weed businesses. They could opt in later to allow them. But if they didn't ban them by the 180-day mark, they wouldn't have another opportunity for five more years.
So many cities and towns in the county took a wait-and-see approach, with several local ordinances citing "present uncertainties regarding the future impacts" of allowing such businesses.
Can I smoke cannabis in Haddonfield and Haddon Township?
Adults 21 and older have the legal right to consume recreational cannabis in New Jersey. They must smoke in private spaces. However, landlords may prohibit weed consumption on their property.
Know the laws when it comes to cannabis. Find out more from the state's FAQ page on recreational use.
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