Essays on Legalize Marijuana

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The problem relates to how marijuana should be legalized throughout the United States. There are now twenty-four U.S. jurisdictions that have enacted medical marijuana laws (MMLs), or laws that protect individuals who use marijuana upon recommendation of physicians, farmers who plant and supply the market, and doctors who issue prescription regarding use of marijuana (Smart 1). The legalization of medical marijuana will create a need for change, for example, new laws, policies, knowledge of medical and psychological effects, and education to help people understand the proper use of marijuana. There are many issues to be resolved if legalization of ...

The debate as to whether or not to legalize marijuana in America has been heavily documented. Different states have different laws pertaining the vice. The fact that it is used both for medicinal and recreational purposes makes it difficult for the government to ban it. In the past few years, the marijuana debate has constantly featured in legal and legislative controversies. Different states seem to adopt different approaches over the issue. At the moment, marijuana is legalized in more than 20 states, including the District of Columbia. It would be prudent to note that such legalization is restricted to ...

Many have advocated far and wide the attempts at legalization of cannabis, a drug that we also very commonly referred to by the name of marijuana and it is the same attempts that have produced fruits for as of August 2015, four states have legalized the purchase of marijuana. In the year 1969, only 12 percent of the country’s population favored the legalizing of pot in the United States. Today, almost 47 years from today, more than half of the US population have switched over to the side which favors the legalization of the drug and these attempts ...

Marijuana is considered a soft type of drug, and many people around the world use it for recreational purposes, for its analgesic properties, or as part of their ancient religious rituals. The legalization of marijuana is a contemporary trend which tends to become more and more prominent throughout the world. While medical and religious uses of marijuana are accepted in many places as necessary or acceptable, recreational use of marijuana remains controversial. Many states in America, in Europe and South America have already legalized or decriminalized marijuana for personal use, and more are likely to follow their example. However, not all ...

Introduction

This research paper examines the evidence that supports a continuance of the existing federal ban on the recreational use of marijuana. While there seems to be a groundswell of public support for legalization of its use – which many claim is the result of strenuous lobbying by pro-marijuana activists – there remains strong scientific evidence in support of a continuing ban on the grounds of public health and safety, especially among the younger generation who would be most affected and most vulnerable to addiction and other problems if it were legalized, thereby making access that much easier.

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It is common for most to believe that the desire to legalize marijuana comes from the mouths of drug addicts and recreational users. This claim, however, is not justified. There are several reasons to legalize marijuana that have nothing to do with recreation or getting high. Marijuana can be a viable food source, as well as a source of material and even a food when grown as a crop and used as hemp. Marijuana can also be used successfully in the treatment of many medical conditions such as glaucoma, pain management, and chemotherapy. For these reasons, marijuana should be legalized. For decades, ...

Argumentative Essay on Legalizing Marijuana

Introduction Marijuana is a preparation of the cannabis plant and it is intended for the purpose as a psychoactive drug and as medicine. Marijuana is a natural plant, which is found throughout the world. Marijuana is recognized to be a drug that gives pleasure to the users and using marijuana is considered as illegal in almost every country. Some nations are very strict when it comes to imposing law to legalize marijuana while others are not strict. Marijuana has physiological and psychoactive results when consumed. Present-day uses of marijuana are as medical or recreational drug.

Nowadays, many people are determining to side ...

The State of Washington was one of the first states in United States of America to legalize marijuana. Washington initiative 502 collected 241,153 signatures and petitioned the state legislature for approval by a popular vote. Initiative 502 encouraged voters to turn out and vote in the referendum. The initiative was supported by the state’s famous attorneys including John MacKay and Pete Holmes. 81% of the voters turned out and approved marijuana consumption with 56% of the total votes cast being in approval. Under initiative 502, marijuana was legalized for adults above the age of twenty one years. The ...

Federal v. State Law Marijuana Legalization

Can states legalize marijuana while it remains illegal under federal law? Is medical marijuana a loophole to get around the federal law? Marijuana is a hemp plant called Cannabis Sativa. It is available in the forms of dried leaves, flowers, stems, and seeds. The resinous concentrate obtained from the plant is known as Hash Oil. Marijuana is an annual crop plant. It grows from seeds in open areas exposed to sunlight. It germinates within a week and attains its full growth in 4 to 8 months. Marijuana contains medicinally active compounds that act on the brain. The main active compound is ...

In Support of Legalizing Marijuana

Abstract Marijuana and it medicinal use continues to be a controversial topic. Surprisingly, marijuana has been around for centuries and many early doctors used the substance to treat a number of medical ailments. The Chinese wrote numerous literatures on the medical uses of marijuana and it is no surprise that modern-day doctors seek to improve to the ancient art of using marijuana for medical purposes. However, as with all substances, there are side effects that cause damages in its users. The excessive use of marijuana cause serious hallucinations, but these dangers are not fatal. There are no records to suggest ...

Legalization of marijuana is a bulky topic; a deep message underlies this debate. Alcohol and drug abuse is number one issue in the United States. The controversy rages on as both sides have clear points of view. There are many pros and cons of marijuana legalization. However, there is no doubt that use of marijuana harms health and use of this drug will be significantly increased with its legalization. Thus, it is necessary to take everything into account before making a decision whether marijuana should be legalized. On February 26th, 2014 a recent poll in Texas showed that 49% of Texans ...

Abstract

Marijuana is one of the controversial drugs in the world today. Before marijuana is taxed, it should be legalized like any other legal drugs in the world. There are many states and nations that have legalized marijuana and implemented taxation policies, while others have made it an illegal drug. Other people assert that the economic and financial impact of marijuana taxation is not relevant to the economy. . Economically, if marijuana is not taxed then it means that the free market price of legalized marijuana will be too low. Therefore, when the price is low, it means that everyone is ...

Today, no one knows the exact size of the marijuana market (Fairchild 2). However, it is known with certainty that legalizing marijuana as a social drug will come with more benefits than problems. Essentially therefore, cost-benefit analysis justifies the legalization of marijuana. Apart from being economically viable, the decision to legalize marijuana will come with some aspect of fairness – after all, alcohol and tobacco, which have more harmful effects on human health, are legal. Research also indicates that Marijuana has quite a number of medical uses. To this end, it should be legalized to facilitate further research into the medical potential ...

When the issue of drug abuse is mentioned, it is hard to disassociate it with some common drugs. Some of the products that immediately come to mind include heroine, cocaine, and bhang. The later has been braded with so many names. These include weed, cannabis, and pot among others. The United States has very strict laws with regard to drug abuse. As such, they leave no stones untouched in making sure that the vice is totally controlled and eliminated from their land. While this is happening in the land, it so happens that there is some states that have ...

It has been more than two decades since the debate began whether or not to legalize marijuana; and it seems that neither side is winning. Studies have shown that there are some medicinal properties in marijuana; nonetheless, whatever stand the government takes marijuana will be abuse. Marijuana is a plant that is dried, crushed and wrapper into paper and smoked like cigarette; it can also be smoked in pipes. No one knows its origin but one thing is certain, it gains notoriety from the Rastafarians in Jamaica and even though it is not illegal there, police usually look the ...

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Abstract

Marijuana is a psychoactive drug derived from a variety of hemp, which contains the greatest amount of substance (cannabis). In nature, there are approximately 60 cannabinoids, the most effective of which - delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol. There are three main types of cannabis: Cannabis sativa, Cannabis indica and Cannabis ruderalis, the latter contains the least amount of THC. There is also a huge number of hybrids that combine both sativa, and indica. The regulation and the legal status of cannabis as a narcotic substance in many countries around the world based on the laws governing its cultivation, transportation, sale and use. ...

The war on drugs is an effort to regulate the drug market in the United States. The Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) is an agency under the United States Department of justice and was created in 1973 (Rabkin, 1999). The agency’s overall goals are to stop drug smuggling within the United States. The major efforts which the DEA cover are tracking down any drug related activity of any major organizations, nationally and internationally. The main focus of the DEA is to dismantle any efforts of organizations which deal with drug related crimes; this largely involves drug trafficking within the ...

Whether or not marijuana should be legal is an issue that has seen plenty of debate throughout the 20th century. Currently, marijuana exists as an illegal drug that is purchased for recreational use, with a select few being able to legally purchase it for medicinal purposes. The arguments for and against marijuana are quite strong: those who want it legalized believe that it is not addictive, perfectly safe, and could even provide greater socioeconomic benefits for the United States as a whole. However, there are others who believe that it is addictive and harmful that can actually harm people and promote ...

Introduction.

The attempts to make marijuana legal began in the early 1970’s with a push on political, economic and social factors (Gupta, 2013). There has been incongruence between the public’s understanding of the drug and scientific knowledge. Most users and non-users refer to their experiences with the drug rather than its scientific and economic implication. Just like any other drug, some marijuana users stop after trying it once or twice while others become addicted (Ford, 1997). Statistics from NACADA indicate that at least two out of ten people who try marijuana become addicted, and develop dependence that produces cravings. ...

Introduction

The federal government should consider legalization of Marijuana. This is imperative because according to dissimilar scholars, in order for the government to be in control of criminal activities and trading of illegal marijuana, they should legalize them. Scholars contend that legalization of Marijuana can play a significant role in replacing the black market, which has come to dominate the modern economy. Therefore, this implies that it will be beneficial for the federal government to legalize the use of Marijuana to individuals above 21 years, who are able to make sound choices about their lives. Additionally, it can enhance this by ...

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Introduction

This essay discusses the issue of the possible legalisation of marijuana (also commonly called cannabis), in the context that some Australian states are currently more tolerant than others in respect of its use. Essentially, the opinion expressed in this essay is that cannabis should not be legalised, on the basis that the disadvantages and dangers of legalisation far outweigh any suggested advantages and so-called “valid reasons” put forward by those who mistakenly support legalisation.

Some Facts About Marijuana (Cannabis)

According to “Cannabis and the law” a factsheet published by the National Cannabis Prevention and Information Centre (last updated February 19, 2013), “It ...

The legalization of marijuana has been a very controversial case for decades, with strong arguments on either side. For most of the 20th century and beyond, it has been illegal in the United States and other countries, turning its sale and usage into a vast underground market that has gone untapped by any professional outlet. Some say that it is a harmful, addictive drug that leads to health detriments down the line for those who use it. However, there are others who claim that it is perfectly safe, not addictive, and could be an incredible source of income for a legitimate economy. The legalization ...

Introduction

There has been increasing support for ending the U.S.’s nearly century-long experiment with prohibition of marijuana and replacing it with regulation. The infamous Election Day in Washington and Colorado, where for the first time ever, a majority voted in support of abolish this policy highlight this political reality. Obama got the same percentage of the vote as legalizing marijuana in Washington, and in Colorado, legalizing marijuana received more votes than Obama by a wide margin. Americans are in support of abolishing marijuana prohibition in record numbers due to a wide array of reasons. The current enforcement of prohibition on cannabis encroaches ...

The legalization of marijuana has been a very controversial case for decades, with strong arguments on either side. For most of the 20th century and beyond, it has been illegal in the United States and other countries, turning its sale and usage into a vast underground market that has gone untapped by any professional outlet. Some say that it is a harmful, addictive drug that leads to health detriments down the line for those who use it. However, there are others who claim that it is perfectly safe, not addictive, and could be an incredible source of income for a legitimate economy. The legalization ...

The Legalization of Marijuana

The question of whether or not to legalize marijuana is one which has raised its head on a number of occasions and under a variety of contexts. Derived from the plant, Cannabis Sativa (Goode 1), it can be smoked or eaten or even inhaled through a vaporizer. Its effects can vary depending on the individual and its strength but it is generally thought of as being a psychoactive drug due to the effect it has on the user. Many people consider marijuana to be dangerous and to be the ‘gateway’ to other drug use and in terms of its use, it is only ...

Many states have never agreed on the issue of legalization of marijuana. Part of the society emphasize that the drug has many negative effects to the society and hence should remain illegal. The power to legalize marijuana is in the hand of the state government. Some states have already legalized the use of marijuana. The aim of this legalization is to facilitate its use in recreation activities and for medical purposes. It is important to recognize that marijuana has some negative effects to the society (Gieringer, 79). However, the drug can be used wisely to benefit the members of ...

Legalization of marijuana is a controversial subject, which creates a great debate across the globe. There exist a number of myths and misconceptions concerning the use of marijuana. For this reason, many countries the use of marijuana has been banned in most countries. However, some countries have legalized its use or permitted its usage for medicinal purposes. Proponents for its legalization argue that it is useful because of its monetary benefits and its medicinal use. On the other hand, the opponents for the legalization argue that marijuana is detrimental because of its harmful effects on the users. This paper aims at explaining ...

Marijuana should Legalized in the United States.

The legalization of marijuana in the United States is a subject that creates a great debate. The subject creates polarization between the American citizens with each side having a prediction of what will happen with the legalization of the drug. The proponents argue that the legalization of the drug has many economic benefits to the country. In addition, Marijuana is not harmful to its users compared to other legal drugs such as alcohol and tobacco. On the other hand, opponents argue that the legalization increases the likelihood of the drug falling into the hands of the underage and the drug can be a ...

The legalization of marijuana has been a very controversial case for decades, with strong arguments on either side. For most of the 20th century and beyond, it has been illegal in the United States and other countries, turning its sale and usage into a vast underground market that has gone untapped by any professional outlet. Some say that it is a harmful, addictive drug that leads to health detriments down the line for those who use it. However, there are others who claim that it is perfectly safe, not addictive, and could be an incredible source of income for a legitimate economy. The legalization ...

There are laws in many countries, which control the use of cannabis. The plant is one of the most controlled plants in the world. In addition, one has elicited great debate. In western countries, marijuana is either legal or largely tolerated despite legal restrictions while in the East trafficking is punishable by death. This difference in restriction of bang is attributed to cultural differences and legal frameworks. This paper will address the pros and cons of legalizing the use of marijuana by separating cultural perceptions from the debate surrounding the drug.

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Introduction

California was the first State to establish a medical marijuana program which was enacted by proposition 215 and Senate Bills 420 in 1996 and 2003 respectively. History of Marijuana in California consists of a number of cultural, legal and legislative events revolving on the use and possession of the same. This bill enabled people with AIDS, cancer and chronic illness to use marijuana provided it is recommended by doctors. In the year 2009, marijuana control, regulation and education act was introduced and approved by the Assembly Public Committee and it was targeted to remove penalties by the State laws for cultivation, ...

Long before marijuana was discovered as a recreational drug, it was being used as medicine. Even though marijuana is in its infancy stage of medicine, it has been proven that there are certain medical conditions that the use of marijuana has greatly improved. As a result of this discovery, state legislators and the courts are still debating how or if marijuana should be legalizes.

Diane Cadrain (2010) reports in HRMagazine, that fourteen states and Washington D.C. permit marijuana to be used as medicine (two more were added since this report). Despite the legality of marijuana in these states, most of their ...

The legalization of marijuana has been a very controversial case for decades, with strong arguments on either side. For most of the 20th century and beyond, it has been illegal in the United States and other countries, turning its sale and usage into a vast underground market that has gone untapped by any professional outlet. Some say that it is a harmful, addictive drug that leads to health detriments down the line for those who use it. However, there are others who claim that it is perfectly safe, not addictive, and could be an incredible source of income for a legitimate economy. The legalization ...

Introduction

Legalization of Marijuana in California has been a contested topic because of its implications. This is a matter of the local government and not the federal law. As argued by John (2010) legalization of Marijuana would mean that the local government would regulate marijuana related activities which includes imposing and collection of taxes and fees associated with marijuana trade. However, the recently defeated legalization of marijuana in California has implications on the criminal justice system.

Impact on criminal justice system

The recently defeated legalization of marijuana in California has implications on the criminal justice system because it was expected that legalization would reduce overcrowding in prisons. ...

The legalization of marijuana has been a very controversial case for decades, with strong arguments on either side. For most of the 20th century and beyond, it has been illegal in the United States and other countries, turning its sale and usage into a vast underground market that has gone untapped by any professional outlet. Some say that it is a harmful, addictive drug that leads to health detriments down the line for those who use it. However, there are others who claim that it is perfectly safe, not addictive, and could be an incredible source of income for a legitimate economy. The legalization ...

Thesis Statement

Marijuana should be legalized because the legalization will bring economic benefits, such as tax revenue, creation of new jobs, and money which was used to fight marijuana smokers also can be saved. This marijuana research paper digs into this thesis statement.

Introduction

Marijuana is a drug that has been around for some time; it is a completely natural, typically unprocessed narcotic that has an incredible appeal to millions of people as a recreational drug. However, the prohibition of marijuana has left a giant missed opportunity for the American economy. Instead of taking advantage of this bumper crop, its illegal status has made otherwise normal, friendly people to seek out the drug on their ...

Introduction

The debate for and against the legalization of Marijuana has been one of the most controversial issue in politics in the recent past. Nonetheless, it can be noted that the use of marijuana for medical purposes has existed for thousands of years in many countries (Randall 34). However, in many of these countries, the use of marijuana has been illegal and it can be noted that the substance has been decriminalized in most of them. Nevertheless, in the recent past, some of the countries have started to come up with various legislation that are permitting the usage of marijuana ...