Michigan, Vermont, Arizona, Washington, Oregon, Hawaii are also among the med states. Ive got new for you on the violence thing. You can't escape it . Its nationwide! Small town, or large city. More than likely if you live your life by certain rules you will increase your chances of never being a victim. But hey if you are trying to be a large scale grower then you are risking the chance of being a victim in a crime. Think your decision through very carefully. Hell I grow for medical reasons. But its ALL for personal use. Done in the comfort of my home hidden away in a closet with every precaution taken to be stealth, odor free and the old rule of thumb " no one knows but my wife and I. Been working for me since 2004 and Im sure barring an unforseen fire or burgulary,my secret is safe. Just my 2 cents