Politics & Government

Medical Marijuana: What Does Your Vote Mean?

Find out what a yes or no vote on Question 3 will mean.

 

On Nov. 6, Massachusetts voters will be asked to vote on three questions along with the state and federal political races.

Question 3 is regarding the legalization of medical marijuana.

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"This proposed law would eliminate state criminal and civil penalties for the medical use of marijuana by qualifying patients. To qualify, a patient must have been diagnosed with a debilitating medical condition," the  Massachusetts Secretary of State's website says.

According to the website a "yes" vote would allow for patients to smoke marijuana if it is prescribed by a doctor.

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A "no" vote would make no change to the current law and keep the practice illegal.

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