Where is marijuana legal? (violent crime, job openings, taxation)

[ScranBarre]

Anybody else suddenly have a deep case of the "munchies" after poring over this thread? Doritos, here I come for a late-night binge!

[ScranBarre]

Originally Posted by gizmo980

I know, they have been getting more strict about it... but my prescription still works for now, so I'm not going to be paranoid just yet! However, I realize it's only allowed in California, so the federal laws at least apply out-of-state. Anyway, I'll just enjoy the tolerance while it exists, and hopefully the next president will be either Democrat or "liberal" Republican.

Don't hold your breath on that one! As long as there's the potential that "dem der gays gonna go get hitched up by da crick," the right-wingers will use it as an excuse to validate their cause to re-elect a Conservative, Republican president in 2008. Forget about the War on Terror. Forget about the "stellar" economy that has replaced many high-paying career opportunities with lower-paying jobs. As long as vicious, rabid people such as myself want to profess their love for another person of the same gender, we MUST elect Conservatives or risk the disastrous consequences of an "Adam and Steve!" AHHHHH!!!! Here come the locusts and the raining frogs!

Originally Posted by gizmo980

Yes, parts of Canada have always been pot-friendly! I went there almost 10 years ago, before they actually decriminalized it... even then it was basically "accepted", and cops ignored people smoking on the streets. I've always loved Vancouver, and have thought about getting a job up there. Now I'm really tempted!

I've vacationed in Ontario several times, and I've always found the natives to be friendly, the air and water pristine, and a general lack of urban decay. I'm very tempted sometimes to just pack my bags, pay some poor sap off the street to be my boyfriend, drive on up I-81 to Canada, and then marry him just to tick off my parents. Then, just like Britney Spears did to Kevin Federline after the euphoria of "rebellion" wore off, I'd divorce the poor soul and leave him to a failed career. Oh, Canada...For Amber Waves of Grain!!!

[gizmo980]

Originally Posted by ScrantonWilkesBarre

Don't hold your breath on that one! As long as there's the potential that "dem der gays gonna go get hitched up by da crick," the right-wingers will use it as an excuse to validate their cause to re-elect a Conservative, Republican president in 2008. Forget about the War on Terror. Forget about the "stellar" economy that has replaced many high-paying career opportunities with lower-paying jobs. As long as vicious, rabid people such as myself want to profess their love for another person of the same gender, we MUST elect Conservatives or risk the disastrous consequences of an "Adam and Steve!" AHHHHH!!!! Here come the locusts and the raining frogs!

LOL. I agree we're more likely to have a Republican president, especially if Hillary runs... I like the woman, but realize she has little chance of winning! So I'll just pray it's a "liberal Republican", like Guiliani or possibly McCain. Then maybe we can win a few battles, like - GASP - letting two people in love get married.

I've vacationed in Ontario several times, and I've always found the natives to be friendly, the air and water pristine, and a general lack of urban decay. I'm very tempted sometimes to just pack my bags, pay some poor sap off the street to be my boyfriend, drive on up I-81 to Canada, and then marry him just to tick off my parents. Then, just like Britney Spears did to Kevin Federline after the euphoria of "rebellion" wore off, I'd divorce the poor soul and leave him to a failed career. Oh, Canada...For Amber Waves of Grain!!!

I've often considered moving to Vancouver, for a number of reasons. Not that I hate the U.S. or anything, but they do some things better up there! And I like your idea about finding a Canadian guy to marry... those hockey players are pretty hot, LOL. Although, I'm actually "part Canadian" (via Eastern Europe), since my late grandmother was born & raised in Montreal. I'm not sure if that counts toward citizenship, but I'd be pleasing any racists by going back where I came from.

[gizmo980]

Originally Posted by TVIVES

I dont remember what area, but it was on the news. Denver??? But yes in
colorado. I forget how much you can have on you.

I think it's an ounce, but I'd have to go research that... and I also think it's only in the city of Denver, which is still some progress!

Edit: I found a few articles on that, and it is an ounce in Denver...
http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/...1-03-pot_x.htm
http://www.cannabisculture.com/articles/4570.html
http://www.thedenverchannel.com/news...09/detail.html

[gizmo980]

Originally Posted by wildberries61

When you sign up for medical marijuana it's just another way for big brother to get your name. If I were you grow it yourself or find someone who does no place is safe when the government wants your name for something illegal. People who take pills for everything don't understand people who don't take pills and at least with marijuna you can control and be in control of your needs and at least it wears off were as some pills the side effects make you sicker then, you are.
In San Francisco when everyone was signing up and what a coincidence they busted them. Plus now they even know all your friends who didn't sign up. If you are a smart pot smoker you should have seen it coming.

Yes, you are taking a chance by signing up. But let's put it this way... would you rather be discovered to have a medical marijuana card, or be arrested for cultivating a drug illegally?? As someone in the educational field, I just can't take the chance of having a criminal record. They can't fire me based on having the prescription, since we sign a HIPPA form with both employers & the marijuana programs... they're not legally allowed to ask why I have the card (as I could have AIDS or cancer, which isn't necessary to disclose), so there's not much they could do about it.

Anyway, my particular employers only mandate that you can't be high/drunk at work, and don't really care about your at-home activities... but they do care if you get arrested for a criminal act, which can't happen by simply patronizing a marijuana dispensary - they almost always go after the clubs, not the users. I've been a card holder for over 2 years, and haven't been harrassed or even noticed by the government. They have much bigger fish to fry!

[metaljaybird]

Legalize the weed. Not because I smoke it, but because the war on drugs is the stupidest thing our country is involved in.

As for gay marriage...bah. Why does a straight couple have to go to the state to get married?

[metaljaybird]

Originally Posted by noljos

Nah, I was just curious. I'll slam you some other time. I want to keep this thread on topic.

Cool with me. I think the more laws we create for people, the less rights we get. The war on drugs is so stupid, and such a huge waste of money. Why lock up addicts when we see that rehabilitation is a better cure?

[BlueWillowPlate]

Originally Posted by TVIVES

I dont remember what area, but it was on the news. Denver??? But yes in
colorado. I forget how much you can have on you.

Denver city limits. Once ounce or less is unpunishable by law.
Still illegal in the rest of the state.

[leilaniguy]

I have a friend here (cancer survivor) that grows her own with a Hawaii state issued, doctor approved permit, no more than 7 plants at any time.

[Wisteria]

Just a quick note -- Santa Cruz, California, just....in November....passed an ordinance that says that marijuana is to be considered the LOWEST priority for police -- essentially making it legal. Here is a little blurb about it:

Ending marijuana prohibition in California: In November 2006, residents of Santa Barbara, Santa Cruz, and Santa Monica voted to make marijuana offenses the lowest law enforcement priority in all three cities. The Santa Cruz measure also urges the California and federal governments to tax and regulate marijuana similarly to alcohol. In 2004, Oakland voters enacted a similar proposal, and the West Hollywood City Council and the San Francisco Board of Supervisors also de-prioritized marijuana offenses last year. MPP hopes that the successful passage of these six measures will lead to the introduction of legislation in Sacramento to tax and regulate marijuana statewide. Visit www.taxandregulate.org for details.

I don't even use it, but many people do, and I know this area has worked hard to get these initiatives passed. You might check the whole site for more info and other states:
http://www.mpp.org/