Pot Decriminalization Bill Moves Forward [Poll]
Bill would make 15 grams or less of marijuana a civil fine.
A bill introduced by Assemblyman Reed Gusciora (D-Mercer) in May that calls for the decriminalization of the possession of 15 grams or less of marijuana passed though the state assembly on Monday. The bill takes possession of marijuana, 15 grams or less, from a criminal offense to an offense carrying a civil fine. The bill states that there would be a $150 fine for a first violation, a $200 fine for a second violation, and a $500 fine for a third or subsequent violation, except in cases of "extreme financial hardship." Bill A-1465 also states that "a person who possesses drug paraphernalia for the personal use of 15 grams or less of marijuana would not be guilty of a criminal violation but instead would be subject to a $100 civil penalty…
Emily Everson
12:52 pm on Monday, July 2, 2012
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