Due to the ease and speed with which aliens become citizens through marriage, many aliens marry for immigration benefits rather than for love. The U.S. government is well aware of this, and will ask a number of personal questions of both spouses in order to test whether theyâre telling the truth.
Short-Term Effects. Almost immediately after first smoking marijuana the effects begin and may continue as long as two or three hours. A burning sensation in the mouth, a dry throat, bloodshot eyes and increased appetite are common.
This means that regular users of marijuana can experience a half-life of five to 13 days. Long-term use of marijuana may cause impairments in memory, attention and information processing which can last for months or years after the user stops using. It can also build up a tolerance to the drug, which can lead to dependence or addiction.