Decriminalization of marijuana __________.

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Decriminalization of marijuana considers possession of small amounts of marijuana to be a civil offense rather than a criminal offense. This means that instead of facing jail time, individuals caught with small amounts of marijuana will face a fine or other non-criminal penalty. However, decriminalization is not the same as legalization, as it does not make marijuana fully legal for recreational use. While some states in the U.S. have adopted decriminalization policies, it is not yet adopted by many states.

Decriminalization of Marijuana __________