With the passage of Proposition 64 by California voters on Nov. 8 legalizes the use of recreational marijuana by people age 21, it’s still prohibited at the University of California.
UC prohibits the use, possession and sale of marijuana in any form on all university property, including university-owned and leased buildings, housing and parking lots.
Marijuana is also not permitted at university events or while conducting university business.
And using and possessing marijuana is still illegal under federal law. The federal Drug Free Schools and Communities Act and the Drug Free Workplace Act require that UC, which receives federal funding, have policies that prohibit marijuana use, possession and distribution on campus and in the workplace.
UC students and employees who violate the university’s policy may face disciplinary action, with a maximum penalty of dismissal.
In addition, UC’s Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy prohibits the use and sale of cigarettes, e-cigarettes and other tobacco products on all campuses and medical centers. For more information, see UC’s marijuana and drug policy.
