The Effect of Marijuana Legalization on Anticipated Use: A Test of Deterrence Theory

Marijuana is the most frequently used illicit drug in the world (Erickson, Van Der Maas, and Hathaway, 2013:428). Here in the United States, public support for the legalization of marijuana for recreational use is substantial. With public support, both Colorado and Washington passed state initiative...

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Main Author: Arazan, Christine (Author)
Contributors: Hall, Tricia M. ; Costelloe, Michael
Format: Electronic Book
Language:English
Published: 2015
In:Year: 2015
Online Access: Volltext (kostenfrei)
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