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September 10, 2014

Philadelphia Set to Decriminalize Marijuana 
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Philadelphia is poised to become the largest U.S. city to decriminalize
marijuana. Mayor Michael Nutter has pledged to sign a City Council bill
imposing a $25 fine for possession of an ounce or less of pot. Those
cited would reportedly have to appear before a judge, but would not have
a criminal record. People caught smoking pot in public would face a $100
fine, which could be waived through community service. The measure could
prevent thousands of arrests each year.

 

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