The law’s immediate effect is simple: People age 21 and older are now legally allowed to possess up to an ounce of marijuana and grow up to six plants for personal use. The passage of Prop. 64 is likely to be remembered as a watershed moment for the national cannabis industry.

Aaron Smith, executive director of the National Cannabis Industry Association, says he’s already getting reports that charges are being dropped in marijuana cases across the state.

“That’s great news for social justice in this country,” he says.

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