It's been almost three years since Missourians approved a constitutional amendment legalizing recreational marijuana use in the Show-Me State, but the specifics about where it can be used is still hazy for some.

Marijuana became legal for anyone age 21 and over to use in Missouri in December 2022, one month after the statewide ballot initiative passed. But legal sales at dispensaries didn't start until Feb. 3, 2023.

For those wondering if a person can smoke marijuana in public spaces, the answer is a resounding "no," per rights of access rules in Missouri's Revised Statutes. Those who do could receive a fine up to $100. There are other fines for exceeding the allowable possession limit of 3 ounces.

The ban on public marijuana use applies to parks, highways, streets, parking lots, pl

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