According to new polling, a plurality of North Dakota voters support Measure 5 to legalize recreational marijuana for everyone 21 and older, though support falls short of a majority.
The poll, commissioned by the North Dakota News Cooperative and conducted by WPA Intelligence, found that 45% of likely voters support Measure 6, with 40% opposed and 15% undecided. The poll shows a considerably drop in opposition compared to July, when polling showed 43% to be in support and 57% opposed.
Measure 5 was put forth by the group New Economic Frontier. If passed, the proposal would legalize the possession of up to one ounce of marijuana, four grams of marijuana concentrates, and 1,500 milligrams of adult-use cannabinoid products for individuals aged 21 and older. The measure also includes provisions for residents to cultivate up to three marijuana plants for personal use. Additionally, it would establish a regulated market for the sale of marijuana products through licensed retailers.
With Measure 5 on the ballot, North Dakota joins South Dakota and Florida as states considering legalization initiatives this November. If all three are approved by voters, there will be 27 legal marijuana states.
For the full text of Measure 5, click here.
