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SxDx · 10-17-2006, 01:03 PM

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Nevada to vote on legalizing marijuana bought from state stores on Nov. 7

By SANDRA CHEREB
Associated Press

October 17 2006, 3:02 PM EDT

RENO, Nev. -- Gambling, prostitution, and now pot? Organizers of a Nevada ballot measure hope voters in a state where almost everything goes will go one better and legalize marijuana.

If it passes Nov. 7, Nevada will be the first state to allow adults to possess up to an ounce of pot that they could buy at government-regulated marijuana shops.

The Committee to Regulate and Control Marijuana, which has pushed medical marijuana and decriminalization laws around the country, thinks Nevada _ with its embrace of certain vices and its streak of Western independence _ is a perfect venue.

In an editorial last spring, the rural Lahontan Valley News argued that gambling, Nevada's most powerful industry, caters to ``visceral pleasures,'' and that it would hypocritical to oppose the legalization of marijuana on moral grounds.

Proponents of the measure also argue that the legal system wastes time and money on low-level marijuana offenses, and that taxing and regulating pot would put drug dealers out of business while freeing law enforcement to focus on violent crime and more dangerous drugs such as methamphetamine.

``Put it into a tightly controlled and regulated environment. We think that makes a lot of sense,'' Neal Levine, executive director of the committee.

Opponents, including law enforcement, the nation's drug czar, and civic and business groups, argue the measure would encourage the use of other drugs, and they question whether it will even prove to be a good source of tax revenue.

``The fact is, growing, distributing and warehousing marijuana will still be a federal offense,'' said Todd Raybuck, a Las Vegas police officer and spokesman for the Committee to Keep Nevada Respectable, which opposes the measure.

Question 7 allows people 21 and older to possess an ounce of marijuana in their homes _ the same amount allowed under Nevada's medical marijuana law. Currently, possession of an ounce or less is a misdemeanor punishable by a $600 fine.

Twelve states have decriminalized small amounts of marijuana _ that is, possession is punishable by a ticket and a fine _ and 11 allow its use for medical purposes. Possession of up to an ounce at home is legal in Alaska under a court ruling there, but the case is under appeal.

Colorado residents will vote next month on whether to legalize possession of up to an ounce of marijuana by those 21 and older, similar to an ordinance Denver voters approved last year.

But the Nevada measure goes further. It directs Nevada's Department of Taxation to set up procedures to license and regulate marijuana growers, distributors and retailers. At the same time, it doubles penalties for selling or giving pot to minors and for vehicular manslaughter while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

The legislation also imposes a $45-per-ounce excise tax, with some of the proceeds going toward the budget and alcohol, tobacco and drug abuse programs. An ounce of pot on the street costs upwards of $300, depending on the quality.

A 2002 study by researchers at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas estimated taxing and regulating marijuana would generate $28.6 million in revenue.

The Justice Department in Washington did not respond to calls and e-mails seeking comment. In June, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled people who smoke marijuana for medical reasons can be prosecuted under federal drug laws, and Raybuck said it is doubtful federal agents would tolerate commercial pot ventures in Nevada.

In 2002, Nevada voters overwhelmingly rejected a move to legalize up to three ounces of marijuana. The latest measure got onto the ballot after 86,000 people signed petitions.

A poll conducted in September for the Las Vegas Review-Journal found 51 percent of voters opposed Question 7, while 42 percent supported it and 7 percent were undecided.

The measure has found some surprising allies.

``Make no mistake, I don't think using marijuana is a wise choice for anyone,'' said the Rev. William C. Webb, a Baptist minister who joined dozens of other religious leaders in announcing their backing. But ``if there has to be a market in marijuana, I'd rather it be regulated with sensible safeguards than run by violent gangs and dangerous drug dealers.''

mike217 · 10-17-2006, 01:06 PM

Guess I'm moving to Nevada.

rankscom · 10-17-2006, 01:07 PM

As Nader would say... SEND IT!!

BitAudioVideo · 10-17-2006, 01:09 PM

im all for it

After Shock Media · 10-17-2006, 01:12 PM

Until it changes federally even if it passed nobody in their right mind would operate commercially. Not only would you now be paying taxes, keeping records, and all that other shit. You still would be target-able on the Federal level. So sure I see tons of people lining up to pay to get on the Federal radar.

SykkBoy · 10-17-2006, 01:13 PM

The mormons will still come out and vote it down like they pretty much did last election...

Got Porn? · 10-17-2006, 01:17 PM

Interesting

notabook · 10-17-2006, 01:18 PM

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Originally Posted by After Shock Media

Until it changes federally even if it passed nobody in their right mind would operate commercially. Not only would you now be paying taxes, keeping records, and all that other shit. You still would be target-able on the Federal level. So sure I see tons of people lining up to pay to get on the Federal radar.

What this guy said. Only a few people have ever been able to legally take/smoke weed at the federal level. Everyone else who is taking 'medical marijuana' is still breaking the law and could be prosecuting federally.

mike217 · 10-17-2006, 01:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by After Shock Media

Until it changes federally even if it passed nobody in their right mind would operate commercially. Not only would you now be paying taxes, keeping records, and all that other shit. You still would be target-able on the Federal level. So sure I see tons of people lining up to pay to get on the Federal radar.

Of course it won't pass. And you are correct, the Feds will have you on their radar. Yet another thing that will cripple this is going to be the amount of taxes they will try to collect from the shops that set up "legally" under the law if passed. I don't think it will work. But there is always hope.

After Shock Media · 10-17-2006, 01:27 PM

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Originally Posted by notabook

What this guy said. Only a few people have ever been able to legally take/smoke weed at the federal level. Everyone else who is taking 'medical marijuana' is still breaking the law and could be prosecuting federally.

P.S.

I did pay to get on the Federal Radar in CA.
I have a State of California Medical Marijuana Identification Card, issued by the State. State seal and all.
www.calmmp.ca.gov id#4502947?? (not sharing last 2 numbers)

Could this list - state database be subpoenaed by the Federal Government, yup. Been down that path before and I am not worried.

vidvicious · 10-17-2006, 01:52 PM

It could happen ... Yah Right .. And Bush loves Gaping

WWF-Rich · 10-17-2006, 01:56 PM

Are people who smoke pot likely to go and vote? Urrrrrrrrrr doubt it.

baddog · 10-17-2006, 02:04 PM

How many years have they tried this and failed?

squishypimp · 10-17-2006, 02:07 PM

it would still be illegal on a federal level. so you could still get arrested.

AdPatron · 10-17-2006, 02:12 PM

I'd move!

Methodcash Rick · 10-17-2006, 03:07 PM

The initive has been on the ballot each and ever election in one form or another, and it's ALWAYS failed..

This time will be just like all the other times..

Lots of hype, and then it fails at the ballot box...... Again....

High Plains Drifter · 10-17-2006, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by baddog

How many years have they tried this and failed?

Nevada used to have some of the strictest marijuana laws in the country, but passed an initiative in the '90s to change it from a felony to a misdemeanor.

The initiative to legalize it has only been tried once before.

High Plains Drifter · 10-17-2006, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by BB-Rick

The initive has been on the ballot each and ever election in one form or another, and it's ALWAYS failed..

This time will be just like all the other times..

Lots of hype, and then it fails at the ballot box...... Again....

Are you sure? I can only remember it being on the ballot once before.

LexiLexxx · 10-17-2006, 03:42 PM

I have been seeing sign's that say, vote 7.
There everywhere, lol.

Z · 10-17-2006, 03:44 PM

I had a medical marijuana card in California, even wrote about it - Check it out on CJ

Methodcash Rick · 10-17-2006, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by High Plains Drifter

Are you sure? I can only remember it being on the ballot once before.

From atleast 2000 when I moved here, I'm pretty sure.

marketsmart · 10-17-2006, 03:48 PM

i wonder if it will ever happen...

Hollywood Horwitz · 10-17-2006, 04:04 PM

Brilliant concept and it's only a matter of time till Cali is the same way. Currently getting a medical card is as easy as getting an ID card,$150 and your in. I enjoy the farmacies so much sometimes I just go there and hang out,it's like a lounge in there and the weed is free,they usually always have a grab bag for peeps who are hanging out.

escorpio · 10-17-2006, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by baddog

How many years have they tried this and failed?

I was involved in the legalization effort in Oregon 20 years ago when I was young and idealistic. I have given up on seeing it legalized in my lifetime now that I'm old and cynical.

http://www.marijuanalibrary.org/OMI_...d_HT_0386.html

vegasgirl702 · 10-17-2006, 04:15 PM

I love livin in vegas lol

Waveu6410 · 10-17-2006, 04:19 PM

Nevada will overflow with people moving there!

tony286 · 10-17-2006, 04:57 PM

its such a smart move

Vendzilla · 10-17-2006, 05:51 PM

it's sad that the people have no say over their government anymore

wtfent · 10-17-2006, 06:25 PM

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Originally Posted by WWF-Rich

Are people who smoke pot likely to go and vote? Urrrrrrrrrr doubt it.

Are you kidding me? Maybe if your 18 but a lot of older responsible pot smokers are very political. Almost every wealthy man I know smokes a little pot here and there before they go golfing or something of that nature.

reynold · 10-17-2006, 06:54 PM

I wish them the best this time..

E$_manager · 10-17-2006, 07:51 PM

If i had to vote for them and i would be stoned at that time i would gather my strength and go and vote for the guys that will legalize.

tytyguy · 10-17-2006, 08:11 PM

*is packing his bags and moving to nevada*

TheSpaceBulldog · 10-17-2007, 04:35 PM

Snoop Dawg for president...

He'd legalize that shit..!

Beaver Bob · 10-17-2007, 04:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Waveu6410

Nevada will overflow with people moving there!

It already is.. Its amazing watching this city grow.. the skyline has changed so much in just the last year.. wait till 2009

the second time this marijuana thing was on the ballot here it did 5% better than last time.. so maybe a few more rounds of trying and it'll happen.

baddog · 10-17-2007, 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by SykkBoy2

The mormons will still come out and vote it down like they pretty much did last election...

Wouldn't this be the 3rd attempt?

baddog · 10-17-2007, 04:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheSpaceBulldog

Snoop Dawg for president...

He'd legalize that shit..!

Just saw the date . . . figures it would be you to bump it.

bufferover · 10-17-2007, 04:57 PM

Good luck for them

Skillz Unlimited · 10-17-2007, 05:02 PM

It's a party state. they allow prostitution and gambling. The next step is pot. They want you to be able to party freely when you come so you spend ALL of your money. "oh you need pot, we've got that too!"

SexualDragon · 10-17-2007, 05:16 PM

There is a lot of tax money to be had if legalized!

Beaver Bob · 10-17-2007, 05:30 PM

I think the state with the best chances of it actually happening is Nevada.

xroach · 10-17-2007, 05:34 PM

Guns and Dope in 2008!

better yet, ron paul :p

DateDoc · 10-17-2007, 05:40 PM

anyone want to buy NVpot.com

Big_Red · 10-17-2007, 05:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JoesTraffic

I'd move!

i use to live in tx and smoked. man that was scary.

glad i decided to give it up.

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