[HISTORY: Adopted by the Common Council of the City of Linwood as indicated in article histories. Amendments noted where applicable.]
[Adopted 8-11-2021 by Ord. No. 16-2021]
Whereas, the public has voted to approve an amendment to the New Jersey Constitution to allow for the legalization of the recreation use of cannabis for adults at least 21 years of age which has been signed into law, it is the policy and the intent of the City of Linwood to restrict the consumption of cannabis by any means to private residences.
Any person who shall violate or fail to comply with the provisions of this article shall, upon conviction, be subject to a minimum fine of $250 or a maximum of $2,000 or by imprisonment for a term not exceeding 90 days or by a period of community service not exceeding 90 days as well as such penalties as may otherwise be provided by law.