For decades the American public has been forced to endure government policies on marijuana that are unbelievably idiotic and harmful to millions of completely innocent people. They’re so dumb that Americans have been ignoring these laws en masse, even though it threatens their safety, freedom, and prosperity. These policies are so outrageous that over the last few years, even local and state governments have been ignoring the asinine drug laws crafted by the feds.
The latest example of this resistance comes from Houston, Texas, the largest city in the state. Harris County District Attorney Kim Ogg, Sheriff Ed Gonzales, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, and Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo have decided that they will no longer charge anyone caught with less than 4 ounces of marijuana. The new policy will take effect on March 1st.
Anyone caught with pot will have to endure a four-hour drug class, and the marijuana in their possession will be confiscated by the police. No court appearances, no jail time, and no criminal records that could ruin the lives of harmless drug users. The officials behind this policy believe that it will save the county $10 million per year, keep 12,000 people out of the justice system, and give more resources to law enforcement for dealing with violent criminals.
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Agreed.
ReplyDeleteThe OCPD wouldn't have jobs if it were not for pot and alcohol.
ReplyDeleteIt's about time that some local government decided to stop enforcing laws that do more harm than good.
ReplyDelete653 - amen!
ReplyDeleteThe stoners have spoken. They occasionally forget where they are, but they have spoken.
ReplyDeleteExcellent way to not only save money but save someone's lively hood .. so they don't lose their jobs, homes, etc.
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