Kratom, an illegal substance, could become legal again in Indiana

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Kratom is a plant and is called an herbal painkiller. The leaves are ground and the herbs and botanicals in it have health benefits, according to researchers.

INDIANAPOLIS — This legislative session, we've seen multiple bills filed that would decriminalize substances that are currently illegal in the state of Indiana.

"Some people use it as a replacement for a cup of coffee, for the energy boost and increased focus,” Mac Haddow, the Senior Fellow on Public Policy at the American Kratom Association, said. “Others have found that with a little higher serving size that they are able to deal with symptoms of anxiety and depression."

Mike has been using Kratom for seven years. He asked to remain anonymous for the interview because in Indiana if you get caught with Kratom it is a felony. Now, lawmakers like State Rep Jim Lucas are trying to correct what he calls a mistake by the Indiana General Assembly.

 

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