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Engrossed House Bill (S)

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Low THC hemp extract. Repeals all provisions concerning the cannabidiol registry and a "substance containing cannabidiol" (all added by HEA 1148-2017). Defines "low THC hemp extract" as an industrial hemp product derived from Cannabis sativa L. that contains not more than 0.3% delta-9-THC (including precursors) and no other controlled substances. Establishes requirements for the manufacture, labeling, and sale of low THC hemp extract. Provides that the Indiana department of state revenue may revoke a registered retail merchant's certificate if the retailer sells a product falsely labeled as low THC hemp extract. Provides that a retailer commits dealing in marijuana as Low THC hemp extract. Repeals all provisions concerning the cannabidiol registry and a "substance containing cannabidiol" (all added by HEA 1148-2017). Defines "low THC hemp extract" as an industrial hemp product derived from Cannabis sativa L. that contains not more than 0.3% delta-9-THC (including precursors) and no other controlled substances. Establishes requirements for the manufacture, labeling, and sale of low THC hemp extract. Provides that the Indiana department of state revenue may revoke a registered retail merchant's certificate if the retailer sells a product falsely labeled as low THC hemp extract. Provides that a retailer commits dealing in marijuana as a Level 5 felony if: (1) the retailer sells marijuana; (2) the marijuana is packaged in a manner that appears to be low THC extract; and (3) the retailer knows or reasonably know that the product is marijuana. Makes possession of marijuana a Class A misdemeanor if: (1) the marijuana is packaged in a manner that appears to be low THC hemp extract; and (2) the person knows or reasonably should know that the product is marijuana. ... View more