Debate over legality of cannabis in Australia

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medicinal cannabis Source: AAP

Decriminalizing marijuana is essential to avoid racial discrimination while protecting the police. Yet there is a distinction to be made between decriminalisation and legalization.


Police, politicians and illegal drugs experts are considering a new debate around the legalisation of cannabis in Australia.

Some experts say decriminalization of marijuana should be considered.

But some lawmakers say this approach to marijuana decriminalization doesn't go far enough, while law enforcement officials say it's too lax.


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