U.S. law currently bans the sale and possession of all forms of marijuana. in 2014 Colorado and Washington will become the first states to legalise and regulate marijuana contrary to federal laws.
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@9D2Y98J2yrs2Y
I support decriminalisation.
not really but Marijuana should be banned
ofcourse it should be made legal. the main point to make here is that its already in the country weather you like it or not so by not legalizing it the only people benefiting are the ones growing and dealing it to others. A huge benefit to making it legal is that it will open up far more jobs and the government will make a lot of profit off of it instead of the "criminals" who sell it currently. its far safer than any other drug on the planet including drugs such as Panadol, caffeine and oncourse the big one being alcohol. you cant even OD on marijuana, its insane that this is even a discussion, its already on the streets but by not legalizing it your making criminals out of people that aren't dangerous at all
No, but there should be strict rules to be able to give it to patientss that need it for medical care.
I believe that maybe, marijuana should be legalized but only if there's a restriction on how much you take, and that you cannot buy any for other people, only yourself. Keep tabs on people who are violent, and put particular restrictions on them.
@9J78RN2 1yr1Y
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@9HK9YD6 1yr1Y
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People need it for medical reasons and so many people do it so its a bit on the fence as people will find it no matter how hard you ban it If its legal then some people are already stupid without killing more brain cells
@@963S369 1yr1Y
Yes and Not taxed if its prescribed because it may be used for medical pain relief and even oil helps with seizures etc.
@9G5T7451yr1Y
If you do something illegal whilst under the effects of Marijuana then you then the book is thrown at you
@9G5SRFT1yr1Y
Decriminalise the usage and home growing (with limits) and/or have a somewhat regulated market with tax
@9G5DZ4K1yr1Y
as long as it is mainly used for medical treatment or to treat anxiety and other mental health problems
@9G5C8PD1yr1Y
I'm For Grow your own, smoke at home being legal. Shops will only be in the poorest communities like vape shop currently are.
@9G4NJ8R1yr1Y
Yes, with increased education around the use, an age requirement and conditions of use. Criminal convictions of personal use and growing should be wiped
@9G4F7541yr1Y
Yes, but it should be illegal to smoke around children, and how it takes away ambition and motivation should be well documented and in education. Medical should be available for everyone with no restrictions and easy access.
@9G45JKS1yr1Y
Yes, for medical use and by prescription only. Regulations around storage at home to minimise misuse
Yes but it should just be free market not limited licenses
Yes for medical use, and decriminalise possession of small amounts
@9DZ5J351yr1Y
Should be allowed for medicinal uses and legalises marijuana with no taxes. Also decrease the sentencing of those in jail for marijuana related purposes.
Yes but if a lot of things keep happening and bad things happen it should not be.
Yes, remove it from drug testing for employment and decriminalise it
I support decriminalising
No as people may get addicted and try to get it other ways and some people might take advantage of this.
We should legalise CBD, but continue to make THC an illegal substance
Yes, but alcohol should also be regulated the same as marijuana.
@9DXDSYH1yr1Y
I believe it should be decriminalised, people should be released except for large scale distribution and importing
@9DWM4VM1yr1Y
Legalise all drugs that are less harmful than alcohol
Decriminalisation is the way to go.
Yes, if their is more done on the rules and regulations before putting it to the vote
@9DVGKXQ1yr1Y
There is no such thing as marijuana do you mean cannabis
@9DRYWK91yr1Y
Yes but only once the government can prove it can come up with a sufficient action plan that covers more basis and considers all side effects
@9DRY5BB 1yr1Y
Yes, and immediately release people serving time for possession and or selling of marijuana, but increase government funding for education and research around drugs, addiction treatment and rehabilitation
Yes, legalise tax and regulate but only when roadside testing is accurate enough to prevent and discourage drug driving.
@9DQX3391yr1Y
yes but only for the sale for the common people, not for corporate interests.
@9DQPBRP1yr1Y
No, cannabis should be decriminalised
@9DQLKHN1yr1Y
Yes, but only in the same sense as alcohol is legalized. When must have an accurate roadside test similar to alcohol breath testing that is reliable to prevent drug drivers. Further to this is must remain illegal to work whilst under the influence. There should be authorized sellers only and places to use recreationally separate to bars/night-clubs. The legal aged should be 21. Edibles, CBD oil and vaporizers only no "smoking" which we harms your lungs/bronchioles
@9DQCX3D1yr1Y
Marijuana can cause mental health issues, medical issues and physical issues so No I do not support legalisation of Marijuana. More education to deter use.
@9DNC8MS1yr1Y
No but decriminalise personal use and medical use
@9DMGVJT1yr1Y
I support the decriminalisation of Marianas for personal use
@9DMDBWB1yr1Y
Yes, but not in smoking forms.
@9DLPC241yr1Y
All for Decriminalization of Marijuana
@9DKKN8M1yr1Y
No, but should be strict restitutions on the time and place
@9DHHD6F1yr1Y
Yes but prosecute people in the same way you would those under the influence of alcohol if they break the law
@9DGGXZ91yr1Y
Yes, but only for personal use. Not for retail purposes.
@9DG2LMF1yr1Y
Keep it at a calm level or people go nuts
@9DFHCYC1yr1Y
No, decriminalise personal recreational use only, and put anyone caught into a rehabilitative programme. Keep growing and dealing as a criminal offense. Legalise prescription based medical use only.
if you want to use it you can it doesn't really effect me
@9DF6VQW1yr1Y
From 18 upwards i think you should be able to smoke marijuana legally
@9DDHKB61yr1Y
Yes, but it needs to be regulated/licensed so it doesn't add to the current mental health crisis in NZ.
@9DD3XSX2yrs2Y
Yes, it allows for government and health officials to tightly restrict and regulate marijuana and it's distribution, while also helping by making the option of buying from dealers (with potentially malicious intent) less appealing
@9DCRHNB2yrs2Y
Yes, regulated heavily based on age etc
@9DCBPFW2yrs2Y
Yes, for medical use and as long as usage of it is decriminalized
@9DC95WQ2yrs2Y
There still needs to more discussion and additions made to the bill that ensures vulnerable communities are protected. E.g That we don't see a repeat of the dynamic of Bottles Stores targeting communities that sit lower on the socio-economic scale, and who are already battling with addiction and issues related to or as a result of addiction such as inability to budget income, domestic violence etc.
@9DBKDMD2yrs2Y
Yes for medicinal/prescription purposes as a first stage. would generate more money for government we can feed into better healthcare provider services. Would need limitations on marijuana vendors - think should be independently appointed regulators - not big pharmas or central govt.
@9DB574C2yrs2Y
Yes, legalize is but heavily regulate it. At the same time heavily regulate alcohol to the same level to reduce violent offending.
@9D9TFP92yrs2Y
Yes and legalise, tax, and regulate marijuana while also releasing anyone from jail held on marijuana related drug charges.
@9D9HM8T2yrs2Y
yes, but the goverment can only sell it and give out smal portions
Yes. But for decriminalisation first
No, but make medicinal options more affordable.
yes because its the least harming drug out of most of them
Yes but only if police have the ability to test roadside for impaired driving
Yes however same rules should apply as Alcohol. Laws around using and safe use and education around each substance.
Welfare users (People on the doll capable of working) should not be allowed to use drugs/alcohol or cigarettes. Should be based on own earnings.
No, but decriminalization Marijuana use
Yes. But only when there is some way of measuring impairment as there is for alcohol
@9D6S9NJ2yrs2Y
Yes, but conditional upon health impacts being better studied/understood
@9D6LBCR2yrs2Y
I Support decriminalisation, not full legalisation and regulation
@9D6KRZJ2yrs2Y
Yes but only for people of the age of 25, when their brain is fully developed.
@9D63NHB2yrs2Y
yes its a buisness for many
i prefer decriminisation to weed
@9D5VKYQ2yrs2Y
Yes, and legalize, tax and regulate marijuana, and immediately release anyone serving time solely for marijuana-related offenses.
@9D4RQ8D2yrs2Y
I would prefer decriminalisation
@9D4CHYR2yrs2Y
you can not leave your house and you have to be with someone
@8G8CVJL4yrs4Y
Decriminalize not legalise
yes mostly for medicine, and there should be a restriction on how much you can purchase in one go and where you can use it example, not in work, not in public spaces or around kids.
Yes, but only in uses such as economically (Hemp used to make products) and used for psychological relief.
@9FZ3ZJH1yr1Y
Medical only and should be taxed and regulated. Anyone serving for only drug offenses should be considered for release but not necessarily immediately
yes, a maximum of 2 plants per household, release anyone serving time for marijuana (unless they sold it to minors)
Legal marijuana should be part of the health system. Smoking marijuana should still be illegal because of the passive smoking from children etc in the environment
@9FT9T8T1yr1Y
Yes, and we should work to release anyone serving time solely for drug offences not pertaining to violence and also legalise, tax, and regulate marijuana instead of criminalizing it.
@9FRB5LB1yr1Y
No but it should be decriminalized for minor offenses such as possession for small quantities used for personal use, bongs, pipes etc.
Not 100% sure on this i voted no in the referendum but i dont think the personal use of marijuana should be a crime
@9FQT7QT1yr1Y
decriminalization of marijuana i support and yes release incarcerated citizens solely in custody due to Marijuana conviction/sentences.
There is not enough work around health legislation to be able to legalise cannabis for it to be safe (I.e. drug driving, workplace safety, childcare requirements)
Yes, as long as it regulated and all existing criminal sentences are revoked.
Decriminalise it don’t legalise it
@9FNCKGS1yr1Y
Yes but only if they can test drivers under the influence
Only when proper drug driving tests are introduced
low penalties for small amounts but stop the gangs and their million dollar non taxed business
Only for medical use but decriminalize and release anyone serving time solely for drug offenses
@9FMDHD21yr1Y
Decriminalization don't encourage business opportunities
Decriminalisation is better
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