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Originally Posted by DaveinGermany
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Definition of DECRIMINALIZE
transitive verb
: to remove or reduce the criminal classification or status of; especially : to repeal a strict ban on while keeping under some form of regulation < decriminalize the possession of marijuana>
Definition of LEGALIZE
transitive verb
: to make legal; especially : to give legal validity or sanction to |
Problem is that some folks are opposed to decriminalization, not because it doesn't make sense and has obvious advantages ... not only in the "user" countries (developed "western" nations), but also for those countries where drugs are produced ... but because they see it merely as a step on the way towards legalization. This is, however, not necessarily the case.