Chicago's airports have set up 'cannabis amnesty boxes' where departing travelers can deposit their paraphernalia before boarding their flights. These boxes are designed to provide a safe and legal way for passengers to dispose of any cannabis products they may have before traveling to locations where marijuana is not permitted.
The installation of these cannabis amnesty boxes comes as more states across the US are legal marijuana for both medical and recreational use. With conflicting laws and regulations between states, travelers can find themselves in a difficult position if they unknowingly bring cannabis to a state where it is illegal.
No cannabis amnesty boxes are currently in use in Quincy, but officials hope that they will be implemented in the near future. “They're there for when you have cannabis that you've purchased, either recreational or for medical reasons, and you need to dispose of it before boarding your flight,” said one airport official.
However, not all travelers are using the cannabis amnesty boxes as intended. Recently, weed was stolen from an amnesty box at Midway Airport by a traveler who reached in, grabbed it, and left the airport. This incident has raised concerns about the security of these boxes and whether additional measures need to be taken to prevent theft.
Officials at McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas have also implemented similar “amnesty boxes” for passengers to dump legal marijuana before boarding their flights. These boxes are monitored closely to prevent any unauthorized access and ensure that the cannabis is disposed of properly.
Chicago Police have confirmed that a traveler arriving in Chicago managed to steal marijuana from one of the cannabis amnesty boxes at Midway Airport. The individual was caught on surveillance cameras reaching into the box and taking the cannabis before leaving the airport.
This incident highlights the need for increased security measures around the cannabis amnesty boxes to prevent theft and misuse. Authorities are considering implementing stricter protocols to ensure that only authorized individuals have access to the boxes and that the cannabis is disposed of safely and legal.
Overall, the introduction of cannabis amnesty boxes at Chicago airports is a positive step towards providing travelers with a way to dispose of their marijuana products before boarding their flights. However, it is important for airport authorities to address any security concerns and ensure that these boxes are used appropriately to avoid any further incidents of theft or misuse.
