tthere are 3.6 billion daily users in the
United States alone. That means there are more cannabis
lovers per capita in the States than any other country in the
world.
Americans Spend the Most on Cannabis
Despite the fact that only 4
states have legalized cannabis, it doesn't stop cannabis lovers
from spending. Americans spend more on marijuana than any other
developed country.
There's a Cannabis Related Arrest Every 48 Seconds
Marijuana related arrests amount to almost half of all drug
related arrests in the United States. It's calculated that one
arrest happens every 48 seconds
Costs of Prohibition Per Year
It's no secret that it's expensive to keep marijuana
prohibited. It's estimated to $20 billion per year to keep
cannabis illegal. This includes law enforcement and lost
potential tax revenue.
Uruguay Was the First Country to Legalize Cannabis
On December 10, 2013, Uruguay became the first country to
legalize marijuana for growth, possession and sale.