Officials with the city of Cleveland have filed motions to expunge cannabis convictions of more than 4,000 people. The convictions are for possession of 20 grams or less, dating back to 2017. If considered a minor misdemeanor, cannabis possession won’t create a criminal record. Located in Ohio, cannabis in Cleaveland remains illegal. However, like elsewhere in the US, the laws are blurring and turning grey. In 2020, Cleveland City Council effectively decriminalized cannabis, paving the way to expunging cannabis convictions. While federal and state laws still apply, in the city of Cleveland there is no local penalty for possession of cannabis under 200 grams. The local legislation ensured that low-level cannabis convictions wouldn’t carry a criminal record. Nor do the convicted need to disclose this charge on applications for jobs or licenses. Ohio’s Road to Legalization Cleveland isn’t the only city in Ohio to decriminalize small amounts of cannabis. Everywhere from major metropolises like Columbus and Cincinnati to towns of 500 people like Trimble or Adena. If you’re caught with less than 200 grams, there is no misdemeanor charge. And now Cleveland residents will have the opportunity to expunge their cannabis records.
Caleb Mcmillan, Cannabis News, Lifestyle – Headlines, Videos & Cooking, 04/25/2022 13:01:00
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