Civil Liberties

Springfield, MO, May Ease Pot Penalties

A citizen initiative called for just that, but city officials are not pleased

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Some Springfield residents say the city council should uphold a proposal to lower the penalties for marijuana possession.

Two weeks ago, the council approved an ordinance to reduce the penalties after a successful citizen initiative. However, many of the council members said at the time they would repeal the ordinance as soon as possible.