Maryland’s top prosecutors are appealing to the Governor to stop the decriminalization of marijuana. Members of Maryland’s Association of State’s Attorneys are sending a letter to the Governor asking him to veto the measure.
Before adjourning on Monday, lawmakers approved a bill which would decriminalize the possession of small amounts of marijuana. Those charged with possession would face a civil penalty of up to $500, instead of 90 days in jail.
Baltimore County State’s Attorney Scott Shellenberger insists the bill is flawed and could make it difficult to enforce.
According to Delegate Kurt Anderson, a proponent of the bill, “I don’t think we left anything out. The only thing we did was decriminalize the possession of a small amount of marijuana.”
Earlier this week, Governor Martin O’Malley indicated he would sign the bill. If the Governor signs it, the measure would become law on October 1.
MD Prosecutors Appealing To Stop The Decriminalization Of Marijuana
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