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decriminalize

[dee-krim-uh-nl-ahyz] / diˈkrɪm ə nlˌaɪz /


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

From Slate • May 28, 2025

In this legislative session, state lawmakers considered a bill to decriminalize jaywalking, putting Washington alongside several other states and cities that have done so.

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

“Did you lead the charge to decriminalize public urination in Washington, D.C.?”

From Washington Post • Mar. 31, 2023

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

From Washington Times • Mar. 8, 2023




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