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HARTFORD, Conn.—The Connecticut Senate has passed legislation that decriminalizes the possession of small amounts of marijuana.
The measure passed Saturday after Democratic Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman broke an 18-to-18 tie vote. It now moves to the House of Representatives for final action. Proponents said the legislation will help young people arrested for marijuana possession avoid a criminal record that could hurt their chances to find a good job or enter college. Opponents said it sends the wrong message. Under the bill, possession of less than a half-ounce of marijuana would no longer be a misdemeanor. Instead, it would result in a $150 fine for a first offense and a fine ranging from $200 to $500 for subsequent offenses. Those under 21 years old would face a 60-day driver's license suspension. News Hawk- Jacob Ebel 420 MAGAZINE Source: boston.com Author: Susan Haigh Contact: Contact Us Copyright: NY Times Co. Website: Conn. Senate votes for pot decriminalization bill http://www.420magazine.com/forums/in...tion-bill.html |
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