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Marijuana was criminalized in the United States with the passage of the Marihuana Tax Act in 1937. This legislation effectively banned the cultivation, possession, and sale of marijuana.
Marijuana was made illegal in the United States with the passage of the Marihuana Tax Act in 1937, which imposed strict regulations and taxes on its cultivation and distribution. This act effectively criminalized the possession and sale of marijuana in the country.
Marijuana was criminalized in California through the State Poison Act of 1907, with possession becoming illegal in 1913. It was further restricted in 1937 with the Marihuana Tax Act, which effectively made it illegal at the federal level as well.
Marijuana was criminalized in the early 20th century, primarily due to misinformation and fear-mongering campaigns that portrayed it as a dangerous substance. The Marihuana Tax Act of 1937 prohibited its use and cultivation, classifying it as a narcotic drug without a valid medical use. Later, the Controlled Substances Act of 1970 classified marijuana as a Schedule I drug, further solidifying its illegal status in the United States.
In Texas, marijuana is illegal for recreational use and possession of any amount can result in criminal charges. Medical use of marijuana is restricted to a low-THC cannabis oil for specific medical conditions. Possession of even small amounts of marijuana can lead to fines, imprisonment, and a criminal record in Texas.
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