Decrim NY

Decrim NY, or the decriminalization of certain cannabis offenses in New York, means that possession of small amounts of marijuana is no longer treated as a criminal crime. Instead, such cases may result in a ticket or fine, reducing the likelihood of arrest or jail time. This change aims to reduce the criminal justice impact on individuals for minor cannabis possession, promote public health, and support social equity by easing legal penalties previously associated with small-scale marijuana use.