decriminalize

Example Sentences

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A decade later, the Edict of Milan decriminalized Christianity in the empire.

From The Wall Street Journal

Since the start of the pandemic, but especially since the California Legislature passed laws last year that decriminalized the selling and production of street food, the trade has exploded.

From Los Angeles Times

Laws that decriminalized street vending and streamlined the process for obtaining health permits have made it easier in recent years to set up shop.

From Los Angeles Times

In Bangkok these days, it’s hard not to notice the weed dispensaries catering to tourists that have multiplied since the government decriminalized the drug last year.

From New York Times

She believes drugs should be decriminalized and viewed as a medical or social problem.

From BBC