Caribbean National Weekly

Broward County commissioners give initial approval to marijuana ordinance

By CNW Reporter··1 min read
Broward County commissioners give initial approval to marijuana ordinance
Key Points(3)
  • Broward County commissioners have granted preliminary approval for a new ordinance reducing small possession of marijuana to a civil citation.
  • Under the proposed ordinance, police officers will have the option of issuing a $100 civil citation for possession of 20 grams or less.
  • The fine could be waived if the offender chooses to attend a county-approved community service program.

Broward County commissioners have granted preliminary approval for a new ordinance reducing small possession of marijuana to a civil citation.

Under the proposed ordinance, police officers will have the option of issuing a $100 civil citation for possession of 20 grams or less.

The fine could be waived if the offender chooses to attend a county-approved community service program.

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