Legalization of Marijuana info ...and more!

Legalization of marijuana or decriminilization?

How does the legalization of marijuana compare with decriminalization of marijuana?

The legalization of marijuana would most likely involve...
- More government taxes. The tax implication on the legalization of marijuana would probably be as strict or stricter than the tax on tobacco cigarettes.
- Age restrictions would be placed on buying and smoking legalized marijuana similar to those on cigarettes (or alcohol).

Decriminalization, on the other hand is perhaps preferred over the legalization of marijuana. If marijuana were decriminalized then it would be considered a herb and not a drug, much like parsley, sage, marjoram, and oregano.

The legalization of marijuana is a topic of heated debate the world over. As of this writing, there are NO places left where the legalization of marijauna is in effect. Though tolerated, It is even illegal in Holland.

Where other than Holland is it tolerated? One of the most celebrated places is Amsterdam and though the legalization of marijuana hasn't happened as yet, places like Australia, India, Nepal, Afghanistan, Morocco and others do show greater tolerance. In the U.S., California is very laid back about it, especially San Francisco.

Several countries including the UK, Portugal and Belgium have decriminalized marijuana possession and use of cannabis. In fact, in most of Western Europe, as long as you don't have a large quantity you are only likely to get your stash confiscated or be levied a small fine. Of course selling cannabis is still considered very illegal.

A lot of people want the legalization of marijuana to pass as a bill without fully understanding the implications of government involvement. It appears as if the legalization of marijuana may not be in our near future despite many groups who advocate and hold demonstrations to that end.

The contents of this site are for historical, educational, and scientific reference only. The cultivation and possession of marijuana in most countries is illegal.