Analysis: Cannabis Legalization Laws Associated With Lower Crime Rates
March 31, 2026
“Those considering legalization should wait a few years before pronouncing on the cost-benefit impact.”
“Those considering legalization should wait a few years before pronouncing on the cost-benefit impact.”
Data from the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission shows that over 70% of consumers purchase their cannabis at a store
Among the findings: ‘Store’ surpassed ‘family member or friend’ as the most frequently reported source of cannabis since previous survey
CCC reports Massachusetts cannabis surpassing “$9 billion in gross sales following an increase in retail visits and deliveries related to a recent large snowstorm”
Breakdown of $300 million-plus in annual revenue shows how legal cannabis funds recovery and public services across commonwealth
Lit Alerts: “Price compression is on full display during the holiday season where discounts and promotional offers can be compared year over year”
$265 million in tax revenue, 1,400 inspections, and serious budget shortfalls
“Unregulated CBD product packaging is not an accurate indication of the product constituents.”
California leads the nation in marijuana-related jobs with over 74,000 full-time workers, followed by Michigan (45,000), Florida (31,000), and Massachusetts (27,000)
Among the high-lights: fewer than 15% of those surveyed acknowledged dabbing cannabis concentrates
