18/06/2023
Lots of benefits with legalising cannabis
1. Reduced crime - By legalising and regulating cannabis, we take the market away from illicit dealers and organised crime. This reduces other associated crimes.
2. Increased tax revenue - Multiple jurisdictions that have legalised cannabis have seen substantial tax revenue from its sale and production. This funding can be put towards public programs.
3. Better resource allocation - Legalising cannabis means law enforcement and judicial resources can be focused on more serious crimes. This leads to a more effective criminal justice system.
4. Improved public health - A legalised system can implement strict product safety standards, labelling requirements, and potency limits. This leads to safer cannabis use.
5. More research opportunities - Legalisation allows for expanded and higher quality research into the medical benefits, risks and optimal safety policies around cannabis. This supports an evidence-based approach.
6. jobs and economic growth - The legal cannabis industry is creating many jobs in areas like horticulture, retail, technology, lab testing and more. This stimulates economic activity.
7. Individual freedom and civil liberties - Adults should have the personal freedom to make their own choices about responsible cannabis use, as they do with alcohol. Prohibition infringes on civil liberties.
8. Reduced stigma - By bringing cannabis into the regulated market, we can help normalise responsible use and reduce the unjust stigma faced by many patients and consumers