In the Netherlands specifically Amsterdam marijuana and other drugs that are illegal in the U.S. are legal for recreational use. In his article, “Marijuana, Sex, and Amsterdam,” Jeffery A. Miron describes his visit to Amsterdam and what types of vibes he received being in a place that is so free with marijuana. He stated, “The red-light district could not have felt safer or more normal. Nothing felt unsafe or suggested elevated crime or violence.” (Miron 125) Miron describes seeing less potential criminals roaming about at night and around the local cannabis coffee ships. Prohibition is the main reason for violence or rebellion. Legalizing illicit drugs will actually make for a safer environment. Recent studies have shown that in 2009 the illegal marijuana use rate in the U.S. was 11.3 percent while in the Netherlands the legal use rate was 7.0 percent. When drugs become available to the public it has been proven that they are less commonly abused. Yes, people still use and consume them but they are no longer committing a crime. The evidence gathered from the Netherlands provides us with the knowledge that marijuana legalization actually shows a reduction in …show more content…
In general children to not exhibit the same responsibility and reasoning skills of an adult, and their bodies are not as equipped to handle the intake of such substances, marijuana. Parents are concerned that with the legalization of marijuana children will be more likely to get their ands on that if it were illegal. Marijuana use can deal serious blows to the developing mind of a child. The fact of the matter is that whether drugs are legal or not everyone, even those not of age, will be able to get their hands on them. Children need to be cautiously watched by their guardians whether marijuana is legal or not because just like alcohol and cigarettes they will find a way to purchase these substances if they truly desire them. Legalizing recreational marijuana does not effect the youth of