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Why and How the Liberalisation of the Cannabis Market in Germany Should Occur

Justus Haucap Leon Knoke

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Abstract This article summarises the arguments in favour of legalising cannabis and makes proposals for the design of the regulatory framework. The main argument for a regulated cannabis market is not the expected tax revenues or the legal jobs that would be created, but the improved youth and health protection in a state-regulated cannabis market. While consumption of legal addictive substances such as tobacco and alcohol has been successfully curbed, cannabis consumption has been increasing for years despite prohibition. A well designed market order with appropriate market regulation and taxation is crucial for effective youth and health protection.

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Economic theory. Demography Social history and conditions. Social problems. Social reform

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Justus Haucap

Leon Knoke

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Haucap, J., Knoke, L. (2022). Why and How the Liberalisation of the Cannabis Market in Germany Should Occur. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10273-022-3091-x

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Tahun Terbit: 2022
Sumber Database: DOAJ
DOI: 10.1007/s10273-022-3091-x
Akses: Open Access ✓