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Study: Marijuana Legalization is Not Associated With an Uptick in Violent Crime

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According to a new study the legalization of marijuana including sales at the state level is not associated with any significant or long-term uptick in criminal activity. Researchers examined trends in violent crime, property crime, aggravated assault, auto theft, burglary, larceny, and robbery rates.”Marijuana

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Police Solve More Violent Crimes Post-Cannabis Legalization, New Research Reveals

Veriheal

Most of us do not realize how many resources are dedicated to dealing with cannabis-related crime in the U.S., Many cannabis advocates have pointed to cannabis decriminalization and legalization as a means of freeing up resources for handling more serious, violent crimes. Analyzing Crime Clearance Rates in the U.S.

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Study: Cannabis Retailers Associated with Drop in Localized Crime

NORML

The establishment of regulated cannabis retailers is associated with a decrease in localized criminal activity, according to data published in the journal Regional Science and Urban Economics. ” The majority of crime reduction is due to a decrease in non-violent criminal activity. Not so fast.

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Report: Adult Use Legalization Associated With Increased Home Values

NORML

The passage of statewide adult use marijuana laws is associated with an immediate uptick in housing prices, according to an assessment published by the online service Clever Real Estate. Cities that regulated retail marijuana facilities experienced an even greater increase in overall home prices.