56% in North Carolina Support Decriminalizing Cannabis Possession
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In a poll released recently by Public Policy Polling, it was found that 56% i
n North Carolina support removing cannabis possession as a criminal offense, instead making it a simple fine. Only 35% stated that they believe that possessing small amounts of cannabis should remain a crime.
The polling also found that 60% of those in the state feel that police enforcement of marijuana possession should be a “low priority.”
Possessing under an ounce and a half of cannabis in North Carolina is a misdemeanor charge with a jail sentence of 1-45 days. Possession of more than an ounce and a half is a felony charge that nets 3-8 months.