South Dakota Supreme Court Hears Arguments On Constitutionality Of Recreational Marijuana Amendment

South Dakota Supreme Court Hears Arguments On Constitutionality Of Recreational Marijuana Amendment

PIERRE — The South Dakota Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday about the constitutionality of Constitutional Amendment A, which would legalize recreational marijuana in the state. State officials say the amendment violates the one subject provision. Justice Jeanine Kern says by her count, there are more than one…

Brenden Johnson, the lawyers for supporters of Amendment A says the Legislature delegates responsibility frequently…

Attorney for Highway Patrol Colonel Rick Miller Lisa Prostrollo says its clear Amendment A violates the one-subject provision…

Justices also questioned why the amendment’s constitutional standing wasn’t challenged before last year’s election. A ruling from the High Court is expected before July 1st.