Marijuana has been legalized in several states, including Washington and Colorado. However, marijuana that is purchased legally in those states cannot be transported across state lines and those who do take legally purchased marijuana back to their own states are subject to arrest and prosecution. Which provision of the U.S. Constitution allows the states where marijuana is not legal to take such actions?

Question

Marijuana has been legalized in several states, including Washington and Colorado.  However, marijuana that is purchased legally in those states cannot be transported across state lines and those who do take legally purchased marijuana back to their own states are subject to arrest and prosecution.  Which provision of the U.S. Constitution allows the states where marijuana is not legal to take such actions?

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The police power allows states to regulate behavior and enforce order within their territory to promote the health, safety, morals, and general welfare of their inhabitants. This includes the ability to regulate or prohibit substances like marijuana.

Marijuana Has Been Legalized in Several States, Including Washington and Colorado