Josephine County Decision Opens More Marijuana Questions

A ruling by a Josephine County judge last week that the city of Cave Junction has the power to ban medical marijuana dispensaries is adding another level of consideration as local governments try to determine their best course of action.  The ruling by Circuit Judge Pat Wolke is expected to be appealed to the Oregon Court of Appeals, where a decision would apply statewide.  The City of The Dalles currently has a moratorium on medical marijuana dispensaries, and adding in the upcoming vote on legalizing recreational marijuana, Mayor Steve Lawrence and other City officials are waiting to see what happens.  Lawrence questions whether they can deviate from state law under their City charter.  Lawrence notes the League of Oregon Cities is trying to develop legal guidance for local government to use.

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