So there is a big difference between legalization and decriminalization. I was asking about the latter.
While I can see some of the benefits of decriminalization (easier to provide help to those who need it, enforcement can target distributors rather than users, etc), it really just seems like a political half measure to me.
Re:Is There a Case for Legalizing Heroin?
by Scoundreller on Saturday May 01, 2021 @05:32PM
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Yes, and I fear when decriminalization leads to civil penalties instead, it leads to wonky enforcement because it becomes about revenue (fines).
1. A big (and increasing) shift into purchasing from the legal market
2. A price crash on the illegal market. Like half the dollars per ounce going into the black market.
No real sign of increased consumption. And marijuana isn’t this cool and exciting thing anymore. It’s just there if you want it, otherwise carryon.