WHY IT MATTERS: If cannabis is stored at home without child-resistant containers, even occasional or recreational adult use significantly increases the risk of accidental ingestion and emergency room visits for children in that household. CLINICAL OVERVIEW: Cannabis legalization for adults in Maryland has been accompanied by an unintended consequence seen across many states: increased accidental exposures in children and a rise in cannabis-related emergency visits among both pediatric and adult populations. Proper storage is one of the most evidence-supported harm reduction strategies available, as the majority of pediatric ingestions occur when cannabis products are left accessible in the home.