Missouri Supreme Court Blocks Counties from Imposing Additional Taxes on Marijuana Sales within Cities
In a recent ruling, the Missouri Supreme Court has deemed it unconstitutional for counties to impose an additional 3% sales tax on recreational marijuana sales within incorporated cities. This decision effectively prohibits counties from “stacking” taxes on marijuana sales within city limits.
The ruling comes as a significant blow to counties seeking to generate additional revenue from the sale of recreational marijuana, which was legalized in Missouri in 2020. While cities within the state are allowed to impose their own taxes on marijuana sales, the court has ruled that counties cannot impose an additional tax on top of the city’s tax.
The decision is seen as a victory for cities and residents who had been concerned about the potential for counties to impose excessive taxes on marijuana sales. It also underscores the importance of clear and consistent taxation policies in the state.
