Voters in Houston, Texas on Tuesday approved a ballot measure instructing the police department to deprioritize enforcement of misdemeanor cannabis crimes and ban no-knock warrants, Houston Public Media reports. The measure is similar to those passed in other cities in the state, including Austin, Dallas, Killeen, and San Marcos. The measure approved by voters amends the city charter to “require […]
As more states legalize both medical and recreational marijuana use, the need for decriminalization on state and federal levels is a growing concern. Cannabis is still a Schedule I substance according to federal law, and many states, even those with legal marijuana markets, can still charge individuals for possession of small amounts. Below are articles and information relating to cannabis decriminalization efforts.
