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nahh, not at first until distribution networks and a solid underground gets established, even then no, it is too bulky and unwieldy in comparison to marijuana or other drugs. Sure there will be less, but it would be easier for someone underage to get it, the criminals who will be in it for a quick easy profit have no concern on who they would sell it to.
During prohibition, do know whether underage drinking was as much of a problem as it is now? I understand that we are discussing different eras, but I'd be curious as to know whether this is supposition on your part or whether there is any statistics.
Also, I believe that during prohibition, the availability of alcohol was pretty level after an initial bottoming out. And this level was far under the level when it is legal. It would be less available to kids because it would be less available at all.
I think the problem here is that some do not realize how prevalent and available marijuana is, there are NO SUPPLY SIDE ISSUES at all.
Supply is irrelevant. What some do not understand is the human psychology of crime. If you make something legal, it becomes more socially acceptable. It will become more mainstream and be more available, hence people, including kids, will find it easier to obtain, less risk to obtain, and be more likely to use.