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Difference between decriminalisation and legalisation of weed explained as Trump plans major change to US laws

Despite state-level reforms, marijuana remains illegal federally as a Schedule I drug - but this could soon change

Gregory Robinson

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Gregory Robinson

Gregory is a journalist working for Tyla. After graduating with a master's degree in journalism, he has worked for both print and online publications and is particularly interested in TV, (pop) music and lifestyle. He loves Madonna, teen dramas from the '90s and prefers tea over coffee.

Difference between decriminalisation and legalisation of weed explained as Trump plans major change to US laws

Despite state-level reforms, marijuana remains illegal federally as a Schedule I drug - but this could soon change

Difference between decriminalisation and legalisation of weed explained as Trump plans major change to US laws

Despite state-level reforms, marijuana remains illegal federally as a Schedule I drug - but this could soon change

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