Why is smoking cigarettes still legal?

The question is not whether Cigarettes are dangerous or not; the question is whether such a ban will be workable. Just because the government bans smoking doesn't mean the habit will stop. It will just move underground. There will be a thriving black market and that will invite a mafia to protect it. read more

If tobacco was banned, people would find a way to distribute it anyway. People would grow the plant and process it, distribute it, and use it. The harmful side-effects would probably outweigh the benefit that came from the few people who would refrain from smoking just because it was illegal. read more

While a lot of people would still find means to smoke, the state wouldn't perceive tobacco related taxes anymore, but would have to hire exceptional amounts of police officers and costguards. It’s still legal because making it illegal is unreasonable, costful, and would in addition be inefficient. read more