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August 9, 2024, Press Release from the Ohio Department of Commerce, Division of Cannabis Control: COLUMBUS, Ohio – With the start of non-medical cannabis sales in Ohio on Aug. 6, the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of Cannabis Control urges all Ohioans over the age of 21 to be responsible and safe if they make the individual choice to use cannabis products. Given the introduction of non-medical cannabis into the marketplace and the unknown effect these products can have on Ohio adults, the Division encourages consumers to proceed with care and caution to ensure they do not put themselves, as well as others, at risk while consuming.

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July 3, 2024, Press Release from the Ohio State Highway Patrol: COLUMBUS – The Ohio State Highway Patrol will be highly visible and cracking down on impaired drivers during the Fourth of July holiday reporting period, which begins at midnight on Wednesday, July 3 and will run through 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, July 7. The Patrol’s zero-tolerance policy is part of the national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over enforcement campaign aimed at removing impaired drivers from the roadways. Many Fourth of July celebrations involve alcohol, which increases the possibility of impaired driving. Therefore, the Patrol urges motorists to buckle up, drive safely and follow all traffic laws.

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July 3, 2024, Press Release from the Ohio Department of Commerce: COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Ohio Department of Commerce Divisions of Liquor Control (DOLC) and Cannabis Control (DCC), Department of Public Safety Ohio Investigative Unit (OIU) and Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) remind Ohioans to practice social responsibility this Fourth of July when many will attend various celebratory events throughout the state.