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WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOUR NEXT TRIP

TRAVELING WITH CANNABIS

IN THE USA :

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOUR NEXT TRIP
With medical and recreational cannabis laws gaining ground , more and more people are curious about the legal dos and don ’ ts when it comes to traveling with weed . Here ’ s what you need to know before you pack .

Welcome to 2018 . Self-driving cars can deliver pizza , robots can run , someone named Alexa is listening to your conversations , and cannabis is gaining mainstream acceptance . After decades of persecution , you can now travel around and partake in the finest ganja this nation has to offer . So , get up and go ! Well , not so fast . Apparently , there are laws still in place , even in legal states , that can turn your “ weedcation ” into a traumatic experience . Here are some tips to ensure your next trip stays happy and hazy . by Isaac Cedillo

FLYING
Ever since 9 / 11 , the Transportation Security Association ( TSA ) has been on high alert looking for the next terrorist threat . If you ’ ve flown in that time , you know all about the dreaded TSA shuffle and the laundry list of banned items that can make even the most seasoned traveler second-guess their packing decisions . But did you know cannabis is on that list ? The TSA ( a federal agency ) makes it clear that it is illegal to cross borders with cannabis , even if you have a medical prescription or are flying between legal states . The penalties for first-time offenders range from six months to a year in jail , fines up to $ 1,000 , or a combination of both . As TSA screening procedures are focused on security , officers don ’ t search your baggage for marijuana or other drugs . But , let ’ s say you forget the hidden stash of bud in your backpack and a security officer comes across it . According to the agency ’ s website , TSA personnel must “ refer the matter to a law enforcement officer ” as they are “ required to report any suspected violations of law , including possession of marijuana and cannabis infused products .” Within a legal state , this may not be a big deal , but in states with draconian canna laws , this could ruin your Thanksgiving trip to grandma ’ s house . So , the golden rule here is double check your luggage .
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