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Orlando May Be Latest Florida City to Decriminalize Small Amounts of Pot

Orlando could soon become the latest Florida city to effectively decriminalize small amounts of marijuana, allowing police officers to issue citations, rather than make arrests.

The City Council on Monday will consider an ordinance that would make possession of 20 grams (about two-thirds of an ounce) or less a violation of city code, carrying a fine of just $50 for first-time offenders, similar to a traffic ticket.

“I think, in this day and age, giving somebody a second chance … without establishing a criminal record helps improve their opportunities in the future,” said Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, who supports the measure.

Under Orlando’s ordinance, second-time offenders would face a fine of $100. Any subsequent citations would require a court appearance. It would take effect May 9. [Read more at the Orlando Sentinel]

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