Articles tagged with "decriminalization"
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Massachusetts District Attorney Would Rather Decriminalize Alcohol Possession by Minors Than Loosen Cannabis Restrictions for Adults
Rebecca Kelley - Published on May 8, 2015Read moreAlthough Massachusetts has decriminalized cannabis and legalized medical marijuana, many of its district attorneys don’t agree with with the state’s cannabis laws.
Texas Cannabis Legalization Bill Passes Through House Committee
Lisa Rough - Published on May 7, 2015Read moreA bill that would end cannabis prohibition in Texas was passed by the House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee. If it’s approved by the full House and Senate, Texas could legalize cannabis.
A New National Report Shows 72% of Americans in Favor of Cannabis Decriminalization
Lisa Rough - Published on March 23, 2015Read moreA new national survey found that the vast majority of American voters across all major demographics agree with lowering the penalties for cannabis possession.
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Texas (Yes, Texas) Has Multiple Marijuana Legalization Bills in Consideration
Lisa Rough - Published on March 17, 2015Read moreEverything’s bigger in Texas, and that includes legalization efforts. The Lone Star State has introduced six different cannabis-related bills since the legislative session has started.
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Virginia Considers Decriminalization and Cannabis Oil Legalization
Lisa Rough - Published on January 23, 2015Read moreThe Virginia General Assembly will be considering several upcoming cannabis bills, including a decriminalization bill and the legalization of medical cannabis oil.
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Jamaica Considering Cannabis Legalization Bill
Lisa Rough - Published on January 22, 2015Read moreThe Jamaican cabinet approved a bill to decriminalize the possession of small amounts of cannabis and grant businesses licenses for developing medicinal marijuana.
