The issue focused on legislation enacted last month by lawmakers that legalized marijuana use for recreational purposes in Alaska and Oregon. Opponents argued the regulations infringed on constitutional rights of adults who legally consume marijuana. The lawsuit cites rulings from federal courts upholding laws legalizing marijuana as constitutionally permissible.

Judge Deborah Brockmeyer ruled Thursday that lawmakers violated constitutional protections against unreasonable searches by adopting legislation requiring license applicants to undergo criminal background checks before obtaining licenses. She denied plaintiffs' motion for preliminary injunction.

Gov. Bill Walker signed the measure