The use and distribution of marijuana is controversial issue in many countries around the world. The attitude towards this culture can be very different, even within the same state. For example, in the United States, some states allow the use of marijuana, but federal law prohibits it. Thus, a person should be conscientious about the totality of legislative measures concerning this plant. The purpose of this essay is to examine the adverse effects of taking cannabis while on probation.
First of all, it’s worth noting that smoking marijuana is associated with many possible negative health effects. Despite the initial euphoric state, panic attacks, confusion and anxiety are common. Besides, hallucinations and tremors may appear, and the development of tachycardia and psychosis is possible (Volkow et al., 2016). These effects should be taken into account when thinking about the potential use of this drug. From the law’s point of view, it is necessary to make sure that the substance is legal. A person under probation, whatever the reason, must have law-abiding behavior (“Consequences of smoking legalized marijuana,” n.d.). The use of marijuana in a place where it is banned can face severe administrative and even criminal liability. Thus, the first step is to follow the laws of the country or a particular state.
However, even if marijuana is authorized in a given territory, extreme caution must be exercised with the plant while on trial. Firstly, this period’s conditions may regulate the usage of drugs, especially if such a punishment was imposed in connection with similar cases of use (“Consequences of smoking legalized marijuana,” n.d.). Secondly, even if the smoking of marijuana is not directly prohibited and permitted by law, the effects of taking the drug can lead to inappropriate behavior. In extreme cases, actions committed in a state of passion may serve as reasons for strengthening the punishment.
Thus, while on probation, one should refrain from using marijuana. It can become a reason for strengthening the probation due to both a general inconsistency with the concept of good behavior and the likelihood of committing certain offenses in a state of passion. Therefore, narcotic substances should not be combined with probationary periods, even if they are legalized.
Reference
Consequences of smoking legalized marijuana while on probation in Virginia. (n.d.). Web.
Volkow, N. D., Swanson, J. M., Evins, A. E., DeLisi, L. E., Meier, M. H., Gonzalez, R.,… & Baler, R. (2016). Effects of cannabis use on human behavior, including cognition, motivation, and psychosis: a review. JAMA psychiatry, 73(3), 292-297.