Missouri adult-use cannabis measure would exclude minorities, critics say

(This story is part of a series examining state ballot initiatives as well as key issues and races that voters will consider on Nov. 8.)

 In a departure from activist-led and -funded legalization campaigns, the Missouri cannabis industry is the chief bankroller of the adult-use legalization measure state voters will weigh on Nov. 8

Critics charge that the ballot initiative, as written, would exclude minorities and give dozens of existing medical marijuana operators in the state a head start over smaller businesses and new entrants – essentially creating a monopoly situation.

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Like the legalization laws that have passed in 19 other states, Missouri’s Amendment 3 would legalize the possession, consumption, purchase and – with some restrictions – cultivation of cannabis for anyone 21 and older.

The initiative would also automatically expunge most nonviolent marijuana offenses, and it would do so via an amendment to the state constitution rather

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