decriminalize

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In November, Paxton also sued Dallas after its residents overwhelmingly voted to decriminalize possession.

From Slate • May 28, 2025

However, early data from Virginia, one of the first places to decriminalize jaywalking, shows no increase in pedestrian deaths and injuries, according to a report by America Walks, a national pedestrian rights advocacy group.

From Seattle Times • Mar. 4, 2024

Then in 2021, a movement to decriminalize cruising began to take root in National City.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 14, 2023

For years, they have shown up in front of local lawmakers to demand that they decriminalize street vending.

From Washington Post • Apr. 5, 2023

In the memo, Mr. Bragg said the policies aimed to decriminalize poverty and mental illness, as well as balance fairness and public safety.

From Washington Times • Mar. 20, 2023