Real talk: reporting a neighbor for weed is mostly a waste of time. Police prioritize violence and loud parties. A cloud of pot smoke? They’ll probably ask, “Is anyone hurt? Is anyone in danger?” If you say no, they’ll say, “Call us if they start a bonfire.”
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But there’s a catch. If your neighbor is a grower—like, a full-on indoor jungle—that’s different. Growing weed without a license is a crime in many places. Even then, cops might just take a whiff, shrug, and leave you a note: “Weed? Meh.”
The Fun Part: Drama!
Let’s face it—this topic is fun because it’s awkward. Imagine walking up to your neighbor and saying, “Hey, your pot is polluting my laundry.” That’s a sitcom scene waiting to happen. Or worse: they invite you over. Now you’re trapped in a cloud of giggles and regret.
Here’s a hilarious loophole: in some cities, you can report a weed smell to Animal Control. Why? Because skunks smell similar. So you could call and say, “I think there’s a skunk with a superiority complex.” They’ll send a guy with a net. Awkward? Yes. Effective? Absolutely not.
