Denton is officially ditching its marijuana decriminalization policy because it was basically just a symbolic gesture that couldn't override state law. It’s a classic case of local government hitting a wall when their rules don't align with the state's stance.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days.
It saves the city from wasting time and money on legal battles over a policy that was never going to hold up in court.
The city government benefits by aligning its books with state law and avoiding unnecessary legal headaches.
Local activists and residents who were hoping for a change in how low-level marijuana possession is handled.
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