The Benglas - Some things never change

[Defensewins]

Originally Posted by skinsfan69

No question it was really stupid but is weed really considered a drug anymore? lol.

If we legalize it and tax it, we will get out of this economic mess in no time. Just saying.
Considering alcohol is legal and more people die directly from alcohol related deaths (drunk driving) than all illegal drug use combined, not sure why weed is illegal.

[skinsguy]

Originally Posted by Defensewins

If we legalize it and tax it, we will get out of this economic mess in no time. Just saying.
Considering alcohol is legal and more people die directly from alcohol related deaths (drunk driving) than all illegal drug use combined, not sure why weed is illegal.

And the reason why we hear more about alcohol related deaths/accidents is because they test for alcohol, they don't test for marijuana use. I had a co-worker who was hit head on by someone who was obviously high on pot (the police officer knew it - this guy was well known in the community for being a big pot head) but tested clean for any use of alcohol.

I wouldn't have a problem with legalizing marijuana as long as people realize you're not going to be free to fire one up while on your smoke break or while you're operating a motor vehicle.

[MTK]

Originally Posted by skinsguy

And the reason why we hear more about alcohol related deaths/accidents is because they test for alcohol, they don't test for marijuana use. I had a co-worker who was hit head on by someone who was obviously high on pot (the police officer knew it - this guy was well known in the community for being a big pot head) but tested clean for any use of alcohol.

I wouldn't have a problem with legalizing marijuana as long as people realize you're not going to be free to fire one up while on your smoke break or while you're operating a motor vehicle.

Yeah I think it's common sense that if it were legalized, as with any drug you wouldn't be allowed to operate a motor vehicle while under the influence.

You sure about the testing? A simple blood test can show if it's in your system, and in most states they don't even need to go that far to charge you with a DUI.