Pubdate: Wed, 25 Sep 2002
Source: Halifax Herald (CN NS)
Copyright: 2002 The Halifax Herald Limited
Contact:  http://www.herald.ns.ca/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/180
Author: Donna Lyons
Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/mjcn.htm (Cannabis - Canada)
Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/decrim.htm (Decrim/Legalization)

RETHINK AGE LIMIT

Dear Editor:

I have been reading the paper and watching the news and the discussion of 
legalizing marijuana has come up.

One of my concerns is the age factor of 16. I strongly suggest that this be 
changed to 19 years of age.

If 16-year-olds can't buy cigarettes and can be fined if they are found in 
their possession, then they should NOT be able to buy or smoke pot. There 
should be one standard age across the board for alcohol, cigarettes, buying 
of lotto tickets and, perhaps in the future, buying of marijuana.

I send out a plea to the Senate and all parties concerned: Rethink the age 
factor before any final decision is made.

Donna Lyons, Blomidon
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