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Council narrows public-consumption rule for marijuana and approves $100 fine cap
Independence City Council · January 21, 2026
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Summary
Council amended and adopted a city ordinance limiting unlawful public consumption of recreational marijuana to smoking or vaping and set a maximum fine of $100; the city attorney said the language is consistent with state law.
The Independence City Council amended and adopted an ordinance on Jan. 20 that narrows the city's restriction on public recreational marijuana consumption to smoking or vaping and establishes a maximum fine of $100 for violations.
Councilmember McCandless…
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