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In Indiana, possessing marijuana is a Class B misdemeanor punishable by up to 180 days in jail and a $1,000 fine. The primary psychoactive molecule in cannabis, THC, is classified as a Schedule I controlled substance.
But walk into nearly any liquor store, smoke shop or gas station in Indiana, and you’re likely to find an assortment of THC-infused products. Intoxicating gummies, beverages and even e-cigarettes are available, advertised and legal for Hoosiers to purchase and consume. A 19-year-old college freshman can walk into a gas station and pay for a shot of cannabis extract before they can pay for a beer…