The Office of Student Legal Services reminds all international visitors that they are responsible for following FEDERAL immigration regulations. Federal laws are established at national level, and Federal laws override State laws. As an international student or scholar, you are subject to FEDERAL law.
Colorado State law allows the legal sale of marijuana to people 21 and over. This State law decriminalizes marijuana use for adults. HOWEVER, FEDERAL LAW STILL PROHIBITS USE OR POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA.
In addition, Colorado State University policy still prohibits marijuana on campus and in campus housing at all times.
As an international student or scholar, marijuana use, even in Colorado, is considered an ILLEGAL ACTIVITY by Federal Agents. When you enter the U.S. at an airport or border, your social media accounts, texts, and email are all subject to search. Evidence of marijuana use (such as photos or texts to friends about buying or using) can be reason enough for agents to refuse entry.
YES, YOU CAN BE DEPORTED OR BARRED FROM ENTRY INTO THE U.S. FOR EVIDENCE OF MARIJUANA USE OR PLANNED MARIJUANA USE. The Colorado State law does not change this Federal policy. Please use extreme caution when joking about drug use or illegal activity on your social media accounts, texts, or phone.
Student Legal Services is here to help you. Please contact us if you have any questions.
