Texas Gov. Perry Shocks Some With Comments on Marijuana
Texas Gov. Perry shocks some with comments on marijuana
"As the governor of the second-largest state in the country, what I can do is start us on policies that can start us on the road towards decriminalization" by introducing alternative "drug courts" that offer treatment and softer penalties for minor …
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Law Enforcement Blotter 2/3
Gregg was charged with possession of marijuana less than 2 ounces, two counts possession of a controlled substance penalty group 2 less than 1 gram and possession of a controlled substance penalty group 2-A less than 1 gram. *Brown County Sheriff's …
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Legislators revisit changes to Texas marijuana laws
Harold Dutton Jr. said he plans to try for a fourth time to get a vote on his proposed bill that would lessen penalties for possession of an ounce or less of marijuana. Current Texas law considers possession of 2 ounces or less as a Class B misdemeanor …
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