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Monday February 20th 2012

Decriminalizing marijuana

The following states have passed laws decriminalizing marijuana. Typically, decriminalization means no prison time or criminal record for first-time possession of a small amount for personal consumption. The conduct is treated like a minor traffic violation.

  • Alaska
  • California
  • Colorado
  • Maine
  • Massachusetts
  • Minnesota
  • Mississippi
  • Nebraska
  • Nevada
  • New York
  • North Carolina
  • Ohio
  • Oregon

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