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Cannabis is already illegal.
Making cannabis illegal increases crime rates because every time someone lights a joint, they commit a crime.
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Can cannabis cause crime?
No, Cannabis in itself cannot directly cause crime. Criminals cause crime, whether they use cannabis or not. I do not believe nor have I ever witnessed evidence that even the effects of cannabis use can encourage someone under the influence to commit crime. In fact quite the opposite. Cannabis is renowned for making people want to sit and do nothing at all. Let alone be bothered to go out and commit crime! There have been circumstances that PSYCHOLOGICAL addiction to cannabis could spur someone to commit crime in order to fund their addiction. But then this addiction is simply a psychological addiction. Any physical side effects felt from withdrawal, are simply pseudo, created by the concious mind and not in any way similar to substances such as nicotine, heroine or even long term alcohol use. The best way psychological addiction can be described is. "You only become psychologically addicted, to something you WANT to be psychologically addicted to." Due to the law in most countries using cannabis in itself is a crime. So if there were no cannabis the crime of cannabis use could not be commited. And once again on the other hand if there were no law against cannabis use, then that argument would be negligent. A large majority of money from illegal cannabis sales goes towards organised crime, so once again we've found another side to the dice. But yet another second glance shows that if cannabis wern't illegal it would be readily available, effectively ending a large portion of organised crimes funding. And so once again we see that every side to the dice, has an opposite face if you just take the time to turn it upside down.
If cannabis were legalized would the crime rates in the US increase?
There is no conclusive evidence to suggest that legalizing cannabis would lead to an increase in crime rates. In fact, some studies have shown that crime rates may decrease in areas where cannabis is legalized due to reduced enforcement efforts and the elimination of a black market for the drug. However, more research is needed to fully understand the impact of cannabis legalization on crime rates.
Is robbery a legal crime?
No. A crime is something that is illegal. Robbery is an illegal crime.
Why is the 18th amendment bad?
Because Americans were far too used to Alcohol, and would continue to drink it, despite the amendment. This need for illegal liquor caused organized crime to increase.
Is it illegal for a father to take a child from the mother and not give the child back?
It would be illegal. He is committing the crime of kidnapping.
Is Kentucky going to legalize cannabis?
yes its in there best intrests i believe in by doing so the crime rate would drop signifigantly...
How did prohibition cause an increase in crime?
Prohibition created a black market for alcohol, leading to illegal production, smuggling, and distribution. This resulted in increased organized crime activity as criminal organizations took control of the illegal alcohol trade to meet the demand. The lack of legal oversight also led to an increase in violence and corruption.
Is it illegal in any country to cheat on a test?
No it is not illegal in any country. It could be a crime, depending on the test and the situation. Cheating on Federal tests, such as military and civil service exams would be considered a crime.
What is difference between crime and criminal?
a criminal is a person who does crime, crime= something illegal.
What happens if someone is illegal as in an illegal immigrant and they get arrested for a DUI?
If you are convicted of a crime while in the country illegally, you would be deported and then not allowed to apply for naturalization.
Why was prohibition put into place?
Prohibition was put into place in the United States in 1920 with the 18th Amendment to reduce crime, corruption, and social issues related to alcohol consumption. Supporters believed it would improve public health and morality, but it ultimately led to an increase in illegal activities such as bootlegging and organized crime.
Is crime a verb?
No, it is not a verb. Crime is a noun, meaning illegal activity.
