Bill > S328

This bill establishes new regulations concerning hemp-derived consumable products in North Carolina, specifically prohibiting their sale or possession by individuals under 21 years of age. The legislation provides detailed definitions for terms like "hemp-derived cannabinoid" (which includes various THC and CBD variants) and "hemp-derived consumable product" (a finished good intended for human ingestion or inhalation containing hemp-derived cannabinoids). Under the bill, it is unlawful for anyone to sell or deliver such products to someone under 21, and it is equally unlawful for individuals under 21 to possess these products. Retailers must demand proof of age from potential purchasers if they have reasonable grounds to believe the person is under 21. Violations of this law are classified as a Class 2 misdemeanor. The bill explicitly notes that it does not authorize the sale or possession of hemp products not otherwise permitted by state or federal law. The legislation is set to become effective on October 1, 2025, and will apply to offenses committed on or after that date, giving businesses and consumers time to adjust to the new requirements.

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https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2025/S328