Eliminates criminal penalties for possession and consumption of marijuana. This act sets up specific regulations for the production, distribution, sale, and taxation of marijuana. This act also creates licensing for marijuana growers. This act allows cities to allow voters to make a determination regarding the sale of marijuana within their boundaries during a general election. This act also makes technical changes throughout state law to accommodate the legalization of marijuana. This act takes effect July 1, 2011. (Companion: SB 5598).   Official Text and Analysis.