NYS Legislature Passes Legislation Decriminalizing Possession of Marijuana

The state legislature is sending the governor legislation decriminalizing possession of small amounts of marijuana.

Having an ounce or less would result in a fine of up to 50 dollars, and having between one and two ounces could lead to a penalty up to 200 dollars. Those offenses would no longer be considered misdemeanors.

The bill also would expunge the records of those with certain misdemeanor marijuana related records or charges.


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