Navigating the Grey—or Green—Areas of Cannabis Etiquette
Posted by Philter Labs on December 26th, 2020
If the U.S. had a social media profile, its relationship status with cannabis would undoubtedly be “It’s Complicated.” 35 states and the District of Columbia—more than half the country—have legalized recreational or medical cannabis use, yet it remains an illegal Schedule I narcotic at the federal level. This complex relationship has created some cannabis etiquette grey areas in states where recreational use is legal. Buying a personal smoke filter and brushing up on some cannabis etiquette can go a long way to successfully and politely navigating these uncertainties.
Be Aware: Legality Has Restrictions
For fans of cannabis, visiting or relocating to a state where recreational use is legal often feels exciting and liberating. However, legal doesn’t mean “free-for-all.” In virtually every state that has legalized recreational cannabis use, the consumption laws are similar to those for alcohol. Adult smoking or vaping of cannabis in public is generally illegal, as is smoking in a car and driving under the influence. Some states specify that adult smoking or vaping is prohibited “in public view,” which can be interpreted rather broadly. The short version? Familiarize yourself with a state’s laws before partaking.
Be Discrete: Invest in a Personal Filter
There are times when adult cannabis smoking or vaping is perfectly legal. Other times, discretion is called for in order to accommodate other people’s preferences. One effective option for accommodating others is by using a personal, portable smoke and vape-emissions filter. Remember those toilet paper rolls or plastic bottles stuffed with drier sheets meant to mask the smell of cannabis smoke? Think of these personal filters like one of those gadgets, except it fits in your pocket and works consistently and reliably. The best example of these little technological wonders is the weed smoke filter line called PHILTER from tech startup Philter Labs. Definitely check them out.
Be Cool: Always Ask in Someone Else’s Space
Even in states where recreational cannabis use is legal, when you’re on the property of people you think will be comfortable with it, always ask before you light up. Someone may have a specific room or area designated for adult smoking or vaping. They may be concerned for kids, roommates, pets, or parents; you just never know. Always ask before you smoke or vape in someone else’s space—a sacrosanct tenet of cannabis etiquette.
Be Considerate: Legality Has Detractors
The support for legalization and decriminalization of cannabis in the U.S. seems to have grown exponentially in recent years. Despite this trend, never forget that there are still millions of people who disapprove. Even where cannabis is legal, it’s always preferable to avoid upsetting people by smoking or vaping in the wrong location or near people who disapprove. On a practical level, who wants to deal with conflict right after they’ve partaken? For everyone’s benefit, try to be considerate whenever possible.
About Philter Labs
Philter Labs, a San Diego-based tech startup, is a fast-growing company with a simple goal: enhance the lifestyles of nicotine and cannabis users and eliminate secondhand smoke. To that end, Philter Labs has pioneered an innovative, portable personal air filter smoke and vapor elimination technology—PHILTER. Philter Labs’ line of PHILTER products employs Zero-5 Technology™, a proprietary, game-changing, five-step filtration system. The Zero-5™ process destroys smoke and secondhand emissions, VOCs, pollutants, and airborne particulates. Adult cannabis and nicotine vapers and smokers can now respectfully and unobtrusively partake without drawing attention or bothering others! Philter Labs is also dedicated to giving back to charities like The Okra Project, the Last Prisoner Project, the One Tree Planted initiative, and the California Veterans Cannabis Group.
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