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Weed is practically decriminalized in Philly
Monday, April 5th, 2010 at 1:17 pm
posted by Holly Otterbein
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| Photo | Courtesy of How Stuff Works |
Thanks to the state Supreme Court and District Attorney Seth Williams, Philadelphians caught with wee amounts of marijuana (up to 30 grams) will be charged with a summary offense rather than a misdemeanor beginning later this month, says the Inquirer. Additionally, they may have to pay a fine (money for the city, hello!), but will not face a criminal record. This is all in an effort to unclog the city's court system.
'Course, cops are none too pleased about this, and plan on still arresting the hell out of potheads. Plus, Williams and co. aren't too sure yet if this will require a change to state or city law. Read up on the whole story over at the Inky.
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Come on Philly. This town is known for partying. Legalize the weed already.
True dat. Legalize it Philly. It’s the town of stoners anyways.
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