In Pictures: Facts about marijuana and the new laws
Marijuana facts
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Marijuana is the most commonly used illegal drug in the U.S. (the new law makes it legal in Washington). It is made up of dried parts of the Cannabis sativa hemp plant. (Source: National Institute on Drug Abuse)
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