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In reply to the discussion: What no one is telling you about Washington's marijuana legalization [View all]JohnnyRingo
(18,624 posts)20. Decriminalize, not legalize.
Taxes will raise prices, regulated THC levels will kill off competitive production, and restrictions on where and how will land many in jail on worse felony charges than simple possession.
I like the Ohio law that makes simple possesion of up to 100 grams a $100 fine without a court appearance. Unfortunately, having a roach clip or even cigarette papers with possession of weed is the felony as having a dirty hypodermic needle. I'm not saying that's perfect, but a step in the right direction.
Keep the government out of our smoke.
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Smoking "in public" is not illegal but "public places". There is a difference.
uppityperson
Nov 2012
#1
I believe there are 2 cities in California which have blurred the distinction...
Eleanors38
Nov 2012
#11
How do you spell "prohibition?" "T-a-x." Already big biz for cigarette smugglers.
Eleanors38
Nov 2012
#12
Add jury nullification. As more people oppose prohibition more should simply refuse
sabrina 1
Nov 2012
#24
I would hope at those prices that the state controlled product would be free of seeds
CBGLuthier
Nov 2012
#6
The zero tolerance and impairment limits won't pass court challenge, IMHO.
kestrel91316
Nov 2012
#32