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1. Name: ____________________________________ Date: ___________________________ Period: _______________________ LEGALIZATION OF MARIJUANA IN THE NEWS- Homework Directions: Pick 1 questions from each topic below and answer is short answer form. Practically every week new reports emerge about states considering legalizing marijuana for certain medical purposes—or in a few instances, for recreational purposes. Then there are those states working toward decriminalizing marijuana (so that there is no jail term or criminal record for possession) without actually making it legal.. What's the latest on this controversial subject? Start by researching the laws that existed around the nation two years ago and compare them to the laws that are in place today. Laws on Legalization of Marijuana for Medical Use Two years ago, how many states had voted to legalize (to some degree) the use of marijuana for medical purposes? As of today, how many states have voted to legalize (to some degree) the use of marijuana for medical purposes? As of today, how many states are considering legislation that would legalize (to some degree) the use of marijuana for medical purposes? Laws on Decriminalization of Marijuana Possession Two years ago, how many states had voted to decriminalize marijuana possession? As of today, how many states have voted to decriminalize marijuana possession? As of today, how many states are considering legislation that would decriminalize marijuana possession? Your State's Marijuana Law(s) What is marijuana's status in your state? What are the important points in your state law(s). What is the penalty for possession of one-half ounce of marijuana? An ounce? Does your state have criminal sanctions for possession of any amount of marijuana?