New Jersey Officially Bans Synthetic Marijuana

The state of New Jersey recently passed a bill that classifies synthetic marijuana as a controlled substance like marijuana or cocaine. The drug had previously fallen into various legal gray areas, and could be bought at many shops. Because it is a compound of various substances, law enforcement and legislators often play catch-up with innovative drug technicians who cook up new, technically-legal varieties of synthetic pot. Street names for it include “spice” and “K2.”

“New Jersey’s law enforcement agencies now have the tools they need to shut down the sellers of these toxic drugs, and keep them away from anyone misguided enough to use them,” said Eric T. Kanefsky, the acting director of the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs. The side effects of the unknown substances in synthetic marijuana can be disastrous. Though other street drugs like meth, cocaine, marijuana, and heroin are often “cut” with cheaper chemicals, the fact is that synthetic marijuana is potentially much more dangerous. There is good news, however, for those suffering from addiction or dependence. A good program of treatment can really turn a life around.

If you or someone you know has a problem with drug addiction or dependence, you should seek help now before tragedy strikes. Thankfully, there is good help available. Detoxification and behavioral therapy have proven to be effective in treating drug dependence. Addicts are often unable to complete treatment on their own or with family members, so it’s very important to seek the right treatment center. At Seabrook, we customize our treatment plans to individual patient’s needs, so you know the help you’re getting is right for you or a loved one. Seabrook has rehabilitation centers in New Jersey (NJ), Pennsylvania (PA), and an outpatient center in New York (NY). Contact Seabrook today for any questions about drugs, addiction, and treatment.