$75,000+ Worth of Weed Seized in McLennan County Traffic Stop

The stoner holiday of 4/20 was just a week and a half ago, and it only took a couple of days for Texas law enforcement officers to let folks know that it isn't a holiday that they will allow you to celebrate.

💰 Over $75,000 in Weed Seized During Routine Traffic Stop

On April 24th, a routine traffic stop turned into a big-time drug bust in McLennan County. During the stop troopers with the Texas Department of Public Safety ended up seizing over 150 pounds of marijuana. Depending on the quality of the weed, along with other factors, the price of marijuana ranges from about $500 - $4,000. That's a big gap, but even at the lowest price point the value would have been around $75,000.

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📊 Half of US Adults Have Used Marijuana, But Texas Says No

Marijuana is used at least once by 50% of American adults according to a survey conducted by Pew Research Center. The amount of people that said they have used the drug in the past month is about 16% of the population, and you'll find that men are found to use the drug more often than women.

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🚦 Texas Stands Alone: Marijuana Laws in Contrast to Most States

As of April 2025, 38 states in the country, as well as Washing D.C., have legalized marijuana for either medical or recreational use. Texas does not allow for the use of marijuana under any circumstances; however, CBD oil is authorized for medical reasons.

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🌱 Legalization Debate Continues in Texas Amidst Enforcement

Many people feel that the legalization of marijuana in the state could bring many economical, medical, and personal benefits to the people of Texas. Regardless, at this time our political representatives do not see it that way, so law enforcement will do their job when it comes to arresting criminals and seizing illegal drugs and contraband.