Marijuana smoking is illegal in federal preserves

Marijuana smoking is illegal in federal preserves

Pot a no-no at Mesa Verde, Purgatory, Weminuche
Tourists beware: Possession of marijuana is legal in Colorado, but it remains forbidden on federal land. Since legalization, rangers at Mesa Verde National Park are encountering more visitors who are in possession of marijuana. "Not knowing the law, obviously, is not an excuse," Mesa Verde Chief Ranger Jessie Farias said.

Marijuana smoking is illegal in federal preserves

Tourists beware: Possession of marijuana is legal in Colorado, but it remains forbidden on federal land. Since legalization, rangers at Mesa Verde National Park are encountering more visitors who are in possession of marijuana. "Not knowing the law, obviously, is not an excuse," Mesa Verde Chief Ranger Jessie Farias said.
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