decriminalize

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

From Slate • May 28, 2025

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

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 14, 2023

Within days, Sierra Leone President Julius Maada Bio declared that his government would decriminalize abortion “at a time when sexual and reproductive health rights for women are being either overturned or threatened.”

From Seattle Times • Jul. 1, 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

The bill would decriminalize vending without a license, make licenses cheaper and waive past unpaid licensing fees.

From Washington Times • Mar. 8, 2023