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Neighborhood News EL PASO COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE | June 2016 Amendment 64 to the Colorado Constitution permits the personal use and regulation of marijuana and became effective on Monday, December 10, 2012. Amendment 64 states persons over the age of 21 years may lawfully possess up to one (1) ounce of recreational marijuana, up to six (6) recreational marijuana plants, with three (3) or fewer being mature, flowering plants, and the marijuana produced by the plants, for any purpose. One ounce of marijuana is significantly more than the average person would estimate. One ounce of marijuana roughly equates to one half of a one-gallon plastic, zip-top bag and could be made into approximately 60 joints. Marijuana may only be grown in an enclosed, locked space on private property in a location that cannot be seen by the public. Individuals may not sell marijuana they grow at home to anyone. The possession, cultivation, and sale of marijuana are still illegal under federal law. *Who can purchase retail marijuana? Colorado residents may purchase up to one (1) ounce of marijuana from a licensed retail marijuana store in a single transaction. Non- residents may purchase up to one-quarter (1/4) of an ounce in a single transaction. Proper identification is required for all transactions. *Where can I consume marijuana on my property? Subject to landlord or condominium restrictions prohibiting the consumption of marijuana, you can lawfully consume marijuana on your property so long as the consumption is not conducted openly or publicly or done in a manner that endangers others. Some associations worry about possible disputes arising from marijuana use, especially in townhome and condominium communities where walls are shared living quarters are close. Local governments can regulate or ban marijuana activity and the operation of marijuana businesses through initiatives or ordinances so long as they do not conflict with Amendment 64. An initiative or ordinance may govern: the time, place, manner, and number of marijuana establishment operations; procedures for the issuance, suspension, and revocation of a local license; a schedule of annual operating, licensing, and application fees for marijuana establishments; and civil penalties for violation of an ordinance or regulation governing the time, place, and manner of operation of a local marijuana establishment. *Is there any authority for Homeowner’s Associations (HOAs) to regulate marijuana in their communities? The authority to regulate marijuana comes from the language of the Amendment itself as it gives a property owner the right to prohibit or regulate all marijuana activity on his/her property. The Sheriff’s Office will check on your home while you are away, time permitting. Download and complete the form to request a vacation check for your address with the following link: http://www.epcsheriff.com/ sites/default/files/resources/ resources/Vacation_Requests_ Form_100814_0.pdf Quick Tip: Work with the Police or Sheriff’s Office. Marijuana & HOAs Inside This Issue: Marijuana & HOAs 1 Map of El Paso County 2 Highlights of Crime 3 National Night Out 4 Marijuana & HOAs Continued on Page 3
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Neighborhood NewsEL PASO COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE | June 2016
Amendment 64 to the Colorado Constitution permits the personal use and regulation of marijuana and became effective on Monday, December 10, 2012. Amendment 64 states persons over the age of 21 years may lawfully possess up to one (1) ounce of recreational marijuana, up to six (6) recreational marijuana plants, with three (3) or fewer being mature, flowering plants, and the marijuana produced by the plants, for any purpose. One ounce of marijuana is significantly more than the average person would estimate. One ounce of marijuana roughly equates to one half of a one-gallon plastic, zip-top bag and could be made into approximately 60 joints.
Marijuana may only be grown in an enclosed, locked space on private property in a location that cannot be seen by the public. Individuals may not sell marijuana they grow at home to anyone. The possession, cultivation, and sale of marijuana are still illegal under federal law.
*Who can purchase retail marijuana? Colorado residents may purchase up to one (1) ounce of marijuana from a licensed retail marijuana store in a single transaction. Non-residents may purchase up to one-quarter (1/4) of an ounce in a single transaction. Proper identification is required for all transactions.
*Where can I consume marijuana on my property?Subject to landlord or condominium restrictions prohibiting the consumption
of marijuana, you can lawfully consume marijuana on your property so long as the consumption is not conducted openly or publicly or done in a manner that endangers others.
Some associations worry about possible disputes arising from marijuana use, especially in townhome and condominium communities where walls are shared living quarters are close.
Local governments can regulate or ban marijuana activity and the operation of marijuana businesses through initiatives or ordinances so long as they do not conflict with Amendment 64. An initiative or ordinance may govern: the time, place, manner, and number of marijuana establishment operations; procedures for the issuance, suspension, and revocation of a local license; a schedule of annual operating, licensing, and application fees for marijuana establishments; and civil penalties for violation of an ordinance or regulation governing the time, place, and manner of operation of a local marijuana establishment.
*Is there any authority for Homeowner’s Associations (HOAs) to regulate marijuana in their communities?The authority to regulate marijuana comes from the language of the Amendment itself as it gives a property owner the right to prohibit or regulate all marijuana activity on his/her property.
The Sheriff’s Office will check on your home while you are away, time permitting. Download and complete the form to request a vacation check for your address with the following link:http://www.epcsheriff.com/sites/default/files/resources/resources/Vacation_Requests_Form_100814_0.pdf
Quick Tip:
Work with the Police or Sheriff’s Office.
Marijuana & HOAs
Inside This Issue: Marijuana & HOAs 1
Map of El Paso County 2
Highlights of Crime 3
National Night Out 4
Marijuana & HOAs Continued on Page 3
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Crimes in Your NeighborhoodHighlights From May
District 1
A male was menacing several people with a wrench and throwing objects at vehicles in several areas of this district. A personal robbery occurred on the 300 block of Sedona Dr. A suspicious person was reported on the 13000 block of Struthers Rd. Fraud cases reported: 600 block Woodmoor Dr., 19600 block Top O’ The Moor Dr E., 13000 block Paradise Villas Grv., 1200 Meadowlake Wy.
District 3
A suspicious person was reported on the 1700 block of Maddees Wy. and 1300 block of Soaring Eagle Dr. There reports of vehicle windows being shot out in this district and one report of a brick being thrown threw a vehicle window. A residential burglary occurred on the 1600 block of Hathaway Dr., 1000 block of Chiricahua Lp., 2200 block of Streambank Dr. A stolen vehicle was recovered on the 7900 block of Constitution Ave. A missing person was reported from the 8300 block of Lupan Dr. A stolen vehicle was recovered on fire on the 800 block of Western Dr. Fraud cases reported: 2400 block Obsidian Forest Vw.
District 2
Multiple mail thefts were reported. A package theft was reported on the 5500 block of Saxton Hollow Rd. A menacing report was made on the 8000 block of Cyprus Rd. An extreme vandalism of a residence occurred on the 6900 block of Juniper Dr.
District 4
Several thefts and a theft from a vehicle were reported on the 11000 block of Meridian Market Vw. A theft occurred on the 9000 block of Portmarnock Ct. Criminal mischiefs were reported on the 20000 block of Ramah Hwy. and 700 block of Biggs Rd. A residential burglary occurred on the 7300 block of Beinecke Pt. Fraud cases reported: 8600 block Edison Rd.
District 6
Vehicle break-ins were reported on the 7800 block of Peninsula Dr. and 7700 block of Dutch Loop. A theft occurred on the 7100 block of Gershwin Ct. Graffiti was reported in multiple areas near Firetorn Dr./Lone Eagle Ln. Fraud cases reported: 600 block Raemer Dr.
District 5
A motor vehicle theft was reported on the 4000 block of Clearview Frontage Rd. Three vandalisms to vehicles were reported on the 100 block of Everett Dr., 100 block of Hayes Dr., & 4800 block of Goulet Wy. Residential burglaries occurred on the 5000 block of Barnstormers Ave., 9300 block of Summer Meadows Dr. where two vehicles were also stolen from, and 300 block of Pucket Cir. Multiple thefts from vehicles were reported on Brylie Wy., Chimayo Dr., Willard Dr., Sitter Ct., Pucket Cir., Tail Wind Dr., Marsh Hawk Dr., Wainwright Dr., Kingsboro Dr. A menacing report was made on Security Blvd./Davie Dr. Fraud cases reported: 4900 block Barnstormers Ave.
District 7
Several vehicles were broken into on the 1900 block of Hampton South and Minden Cir.
District 8
A vehicle was stolen from the 00 block of Jade Ave. in Manitou Springs. The vehicle has since been recovered.
Marijuana & HOAs continuedAmendment 64 allows an HOA to regulate marijuana activity in its common areas. Amendment 64 reads: NOTHING IN THIS SECTION SHALL PROHIBIT A…CORPORATION OR ANY OTHER ENTITY WHO OCCUPIES, OWNS, OR CONTROLS A PROPERTY FROM PROHIBITING OR OTHERWISE REGULATING THE POSSESSION, CONSUMPTION, USE, DISPLAY, TRANSFER, DISTRIBUTION, SALE, TRANSPORTATION, OR GROWING OF MARIJUANA ON OR IN THAT PROPERTY.
The language is not exactly clear on whether the authority to regulate would extend to the interior of a condominium unit, which is not property “occupied, owned, or controlled” by the HOA.
Colorado’s Clean Indoor Air Act – House Bill 06-1175 – This act became effective March 27, 2006. As for HOAs, the act applies to the common areas of condominiums, townhomes, and patio homes. This includes common lobbies, hallways, restroom, clubhouses, mailrooms, pool locker rooms, and other enclosed, shared areas. For example, “entryways” that are outside of a main or front doorway leading into a lobby, hallway, restroom, etc.
Entryways include “a specified radius outside the doorway.” The “specified radius” is determined by the local authority such as city governments. If the local authority has declined to specify a radius, the act provides a specified radius of 15 feet. The act also applies to other public buildings and places such as restrooms, elevators, museums, theaters, schools, libraries, retirement facilities, educational institutions, and nursing homes. There are a number of exemptions but none that are applicable to HOAs.
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El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Dispatch(non-emergency crime reporting): 390-5555
EPSO Telephone Reporting System (for minor crimes without suspect information): 520-7111
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EPSO Tip Line (for reporting suspicious activity or the location of wanted persons): 520-7777Always remember to report criminal activity or suspicious behavior promptly.
For more information, contact theCrime Prevention Coordinator:
Merody Broom719-520-7151
Upcoming EventsFalcon Car Show – June 11, 2016 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM @ Falcon Wal-Mart 11550 Meridian Market View, Falcon 80831. The Cavalier Riding Club will be hosting a car show.
Coffee with a Cop – June 11, 2016 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM @ Kangaroo Coffee – 3670 New Center Point, Colorado Springs 80922. Meet your neighbors and deputies for coffee and conversation! No agenda or speeches, just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the deputies in your neighborhood!
Daughters on the Range Day – June 18, 2016 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM @ Pikes Peak Gun Club-450 S. Franceville Coal Mine Road. Rocky Mountain Tactical Ladies are hosting the Daughters on the Range Day Event. The event is to encourage parents to bring their young children to the range to encourage firearm safety at a young age.
Pikes Peak International Hill Climb – June 25-26, 2016
Neighborhood/Business Watch Training – June 30, 2016 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM @ El Paso County Sheriff’s Office 27 E. Vermijo Ave. Colorado Springs 80903. This is an informational class on how to start a Neighborhood or Business Watch Program in partnership with the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office. Please meet in the FRONT of 27 E. Vermijo Ave. someone will be there to guide you into the building as it will be secured after hours.On Tuesday, August 2, 2016, neighborhoods throughout El
Paso County are being invited to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the “33rd Annual National Night Out” (NNO) crime and drug prevention event. National Night Out, which is sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW) and co-sponsored locally by the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, will involve 16,728 communities from all 50 states, U.S. Territories, Canadian cities, and military bases around the world. In all, over 38.3 million people are expected to participate in ‘America’s Night Out Against Crime.’ Please visit the following website for more details and to register your event with the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office.
http://www.epcsheriffsoffice.com/sites/default/files/resources/resources/NNO2016Packet_0.pdf
National Night Out
