Places That Have Decriminalized Non-medical Cannabis in The United States - Oregon

Oregon

See also: Cannabis in Oregon

In 1973, Oregon became the first state to decriminalize cannabis. Laws changed again in 1995 that reduced penalties. Possession of one ounce or less became legally defined as a "violation" (a crime that is considered a lesser offence than a misdemeanor) and now is punishable by a $500 to $1,000 fine that can be, in some jurisdictions, paid off by means of community service. Possession of multiple containers of any weight, or possession of more than one ounce can sometimes add the additional crime "Intent to Sell." In some cases, people who have no marijuana, but are caught at the scene of a drug bust are charged with "Frequenting." Stricter punishments exist for sale, cultivation, and proximity to schools.

On November 6, 2012, Oregon was one of three states (including Washington and Colorado) to vote on legalization of marijuana possession. The measure did not pass, though it did in the other two states.

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