US reclassifies some marijuana products as less dangerous drug

US reclassifies marijuana as less dangerous, signaling a historic shift from heavy penalization toward legalization. | Contesto: cronaca

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• US reclassifies some marijuana products as less dangerous drug

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The United States government has reclassified certain marijuana products as less dangerous drugs, marking a significant departure from decades of strict penalization and reflecting a broader trend toward legalization across the country. The move, announced by federal regulators, repositions some cannabis derivatives from Schedule I—the most restrictive category reserved for substances like heroin with no accepted medical use—to Schedule III, which includes drugs such as ketamine and Tylenol with codeine, recognized for moderate to low potential for dependence. The reclassification is the latest example of a shift away from heavy criminal penalties that have historically disproportionately impacted minority communities and filled prisons with nonviolent offenders. While full legalization remains a patchwork of state laws, this federal action acknowledges the growing acceptance of marijuana's medical benefits and the economic realities of a multibillion-dollar industry operating in a legal gray zone. The change could ease research restrictions, reduce tax burdens on businesses, and alter sentencing guidelines for possession, though it stops short of decriminalizing recreational use at the federal level. Background context shows that this step follows years of advocacy from medical professionals, patients, and industry leaders who argued that marijuana's classification as a Schedule I drug was scientifically outdated. The Drug Enforcement Administration, which oversees the scheduling process, reviewed data on abuse potential, safety, and medical efficacy before making the decision. Critics, however, warn that reclassification does not address the ongoing conflict between state and federal laws, leaving many businesses vulnerable to prosecution despite compliance with local regulations. The implications extend beyond policy: public opinion has shifted dramatically, with polls indicating that a majority of Americans now support legalization in some form. This federal change may encourage more states to pursue their own legalization measures, while also prompting international discussions on drug policy reform. Yet, the move has drawn mixed reactions from advocacy...

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