Vernon Hills, IL, Illinois

Smoking tolerance level [1= very illegal 5=virtually legal]: 2.5

Legislation: Possession of 2.5 grams or less of marijuana is a misdemeanor, punishable by up to 30 days in jail and a fine of up to $1,500. Possession of greater than 2.5 grams is punishable by up to six months in jail and a fine of up to $1,500. Possession of greater than 10 grams is punishable by up to one year in jail and a fine of up to $2,500.

All possession of greater than 30 grams is considered a felony. Possession of greater than 30 grams is punishable by 1 – 3 years in prison and a fine of up to $25,000. For a subsequent conviction, the penalty increases to 2 – 5 years in prison and a fine of up to $25,000. For possession of greater than 500 grams, the penalty is 2 – 5 years in prison and a fine of up to $25,000. For possession of greater than 2,000 grams the penalty is 3 – 7 years in prison and a fine of up to $25,000. For any possession of an amount greater than 5,000 grams the penalty is 4 – 15 years in prison and a fine of up to $25,000.

Law enforcement: Lots of cops with nothing to do but bust ppl on possession charges.

Where to buy marijuana: -The Skate Park on Aspen.

Marijuana prices: 15-20 for a gram

45-55 for an 8th

price goes down in bulk

Marijuana brands: most of the stuff here’s imported from neighboring towns, some from Chicago