A group of researchers at Rutgers University wants to make sure that legalization of marijuana in New Jersey won’t lead to more social inequities. According to a report released by the group earlier this week, Black residents were more likely to be arrested for possession of marijuana than white residents.
The report, which also focused on education, health care and public safety, found that in 2018, Black students were suspended twice as often as other groups, with the number of suspensions increasing the following year. The researchers say more studies need to be done to determine any links between legalization of marijuana and such disparities.
