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DC Council Votes to Decriminalize Marijuana
Huffington Post reports that the Washington DC district council voted to decriminalize marijuana yesterday.
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Wyoming Marijuana Decriminalization Bill Sponsored
Wyoming Rep. James Byrd has sponsored House Bill 49, which would decriminalize up to an ounce of cannabis in the state. Someone caught with up to...
62% of Georgia Voters Support Marijuana Decriminalization
A new poll found that over half of Georgia voters support a marijuana legalization policy and that even larger majority supports decriminalization.
DC Pols Move Toward Marijuana Decriminalization, but a Legalization Initiative Looms
The possession of small amounts of marijuana in Washington DC could soon be no more than a ticketable offense. A decriminalization bill is set to move in the city council, with a committee vote set for tomorrow.
Banking Regulations Will Mean Better Service for Cannabis Patients and (Now) Customers
Last week, a banking meeting took place in Washington DC regarding regulations that currently exist that make it difficult for medical marijuana business to have normal access to banking functions.
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Denver Decriminalizes Possession for Young Adults
Young adults (18-21) will no longer face criminal penalties for possession of cannabis in Denver, Colorado, though fines remain.
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Sensible BC Petition Falls Short
The petition to decriminalize cannabis in British Columbia was about 100,000 signatures short of making it to the ballot.
Three Localities in MI Approve Legalization By Large Margins
Three localities in Michigan (Ferndale, Jackson, and Lansing) all voted in support of marijuana legalization today by huge margins.
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Marijuana Takes Center Stage in Race for Brooklyn DA
Democratic nominee for Brooklyn DA Ken Thompson wants to decriminalize up to half an ounce of marijuana, citing such cases as a clog in the system.
Mayor of DC Supports Decriminalizing Marijuana Possession
DC Mayor Vincent C. Gray stated that he supports decriminalizing marijuana, or removing criminal penalties associated with possession of under one ounce.
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Sensible BC CannaBus Tours British Columbia
The Sensible BC CannaBus is touring British Columbia collecting signatures to decriminalize cannabis. The campaign still needs over 300,000 signatures.
Jamaica Debates Marijuana Decriminalization
Lawmakers in Kingston Tuesday debated marijuana decriminalization, even though there is no bill pending or vote scheduled.
Colbert Report on Marijuana Legalization Re-Names States "Cheech-orado" and "Washing-Chong"
Last night on Comedy Central satirical news show The Colbert Report, Colbert, covered recent marijuana legalization efforts around the country. The bit has
Switzerland Decriminalizes Marijuana Possession
The Swiss have decriminalized the possession of small amounts of weed, replacing possible jail time and a criminal record with a maximum fine of $110.
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Jamaican Lawmakers Debate Cannabis Decriminalization
Jamaican lawmakers gathered to debate a cannabis decriminalization proposal. A 2001 decriminalization effort stalled because of fear of angering the US.
Poll: Oklahomans Ready for Marijuana Law Reform
Oklahoma NORML released survey results from a Sooner Poll showing strong support for medical marijuana and majority support for marijuana decriminalization.
Majority Supports Marijuana Reform in Michigan
The poll found near majority support (47%) for legalizing marijuana by taxing and regulating it like alcohol, with 16% saying the favored decriminalization.
Canadian Police Chiefs Want Tickets for Marijuana Possession
Canada's police chiefs are ready to quit arresting people for marijuana possession.