Cannabis Possession Arrests Comprised Over 20% Of Drug Arrests Last Year
October 20, 2025
Overall, the FBI reported 831,446 arrests nationwide for drug-related offenses in 2024
Overall, the FBI reported 831,446 arrests nationwide for drug-related offenses in 2024
Federal agency also reports nearly 6,000 marijuana-related arrests
“Defendants allegedly owned, operated or partnered with a network of interconnected grow houses to cultivate and distribute … marijuana in bulk”
“It is inconceivable that government agencies are unwilling to provide data.”
In South Dakota, thousands of cannabis charges, but few harsh penalties imposed
Behind every one of these arrests, there’s a person – a person with a family, a person with a story
Of those charged with violating marijuana laws in 2023, 84% were charged with possession only
“Any question of suitability is flagged by commission staff and reviewed before a determination is made on their application.”
