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…Legalization of Marijuana         One debate that keeps coming up time and again is the topic of the legalization of marijuana. Marijuana is the most widely used illegal drug. Nearly one in three teenagers have at least tried marijuana…

…, which often erupts into violence and theft. Law enforcement spends 9 billion dollars annually on cannabis arrests that would no longer be made. Because it is illegal, marijuana is often used today in “shady places” and allowing legalization will decrease…

…Marijuana and alcohol can be compared and contrasted in various ways, they are both commonly used by teens, and both drugs can become addictive. These two drugs are used for medical purposes in special situations, but they also can be life destroying…

…"It just helps you get through the day, you know? Helps you relax. It's like an illegal form of Paxil or a mental massage." This quote is taken from a 17 year-old honor student (who shall remain nameless for her protection) who started smoking marijuana…

…Legalization of Marijuana Marijuana refers to a mixture of leaves, and stems found on the cannabis sativa plant. It has hallucinogenic and pleasure-giving effects on the user when consumed through either smoking or eating. Tetrahydrocannabinal, better…

…medications and cancer treatments other such ailments as glaucoma, muscle spasms, intractable pain, epilepsy, anorexia, asthma, insomnia, depression and other disorders (Iversen 23). Other such ailments in which marijuana has been said to help are Parkinson's…

…of the law at the cost of millions of dollars. By legalizing marijuana the Canadian government would be saving thousands of dollars since the number of inmates in our correctional facilities would dramatically decrease. In 2004 it was reported that there were…

…effect Quick Facts 1. Know the law. Marijuana is an illegal substance. Depending upon where you are caught, you could face a heavy-duty fine and jail time. 2. Get the facts right. You do not function normally and cannot do things which require…

…The ACLU has opposed marijuana prohibition since 1968. Since then, some things have changed, but too much has remained the same. In the past 30 years, 10 million people have been arrested for marijuana offenses in the U.S., the vast majority of them…

…Why should marijuana be legalized? Many people, old and young, everywhere in the world, partake in the activity of smoking this plant and buying paraphernalia. There are many substantial reasons to use this plant, besides for extra-curricular purposes…