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That’s not quite right. Cannabis in the Netherlands is decriminalized. The production is downright illegal, but it’s not pursued by the law enforcement. Other t
by emsy 6y ago
That’s not quite right. Cannabis in the Netherlands is decriminalized. The production is downright illegal, but it’s not pursued by the law enforcement. Other than that I agree with the rest of your comment.
- GekkePrutser 6y agoYes but it's a range... You can make something 100% legal, or just remove the huge penalties. It's the harsh penalties that attract the worst people because those are the only ones willing to risk them. It hardens the entire trade.
- Semaphor 6y agoI always found it a bit hilarious, what’s the de facto difference between something being legal, and it being decriminalized to the point where you have stores selling it? Not a rhetorical question.
- jmccaf 6y agoNot a rhetorical question. 1 concern with the growing cannabis industry in the united states is the limitations on banking and finance for cannabis. The harmful side-effect of a state-legal cannabis industry but denied access to banking can lead to holding too much cash on hand and robberies like : https://www.mercurynews.com/2020/11/04/person-shot-by-police-after-oakland-marijuana-business-robbed-officers-injured/ https://www.mercurynews.com/2020/11/04/person-shot-by-police...