Assume they legalize pot, why is the next step to automaticaly tax it?

Question

its a weed or herb if you will

if some one wants to take the time to grow it themselves

more power to them

Answer 1

It will cost money to control it and "sin" taxes are taxes that very few can argue against.  Just like alcohol there will be strict control on the production and selling of it.

If..and it's a big if, it is legalized there will have to be some provision for those who grow it for their own use.  People are allowed to make wine and beer in small quantities for private use.

Answer 2

The principle would be the same as for alcohol and tobacco, the sale would be taxed like any other product.  I've known people who make their own beer, as long as they don't sell it they tend to be left alone, just like people who grow their own vegetables.