Posts tagged "marijuana"

RI pot decriminalization bill on gov's desk

“A final, formal vote by the state Senate Thursday night forwarded the bill to the governor’s desk. Chafee, an independent, says he is inclined to sign the bill into law.”

R.I. pot decriminalization bill moves forward

And here’s the WTF part:

The bills now contain a “three strikes” provision: possessing an ounce or less would become a civil offense punishable by a $150 fine, but if someone received three such violations within an 18-month period, he or she would face a misdemeanor with larger fines and up to 30 days in prison.

Chafee puts end to medical marijuana dispensaries

“After much internal and external discussion and research, I have decided that the State of Rhode Island cannot proceed with the licensing and regulation of medical marijuana compassion centers under current law.”