Marijuana recovered from 13-year-old at Piccowaxen Middle School

New study finds high marijuana use among Maryland consumers

Lawmakers in Maryland are preparing for the legalization of recreational marijuana and the massive sales boom expected from sales, as a new study points out that Marylanders consume more marijuana than other Americans.

WASHINGTON - A plastic bag of marijuana was recovered from a student at Piccowaxen Middle School in Charles County, according to police.

Police say a school administrator was made aware of a 13-year-old student in possession of marijuana on Thursday. A plastic bag containing less than 10 grams of marijuana, a vape pen and cartridges was found in the student's locker.

Photo via Charles County Sheriff's Office

The student was charged with a civil violation of possession of a controlled dangerous substance.