The Denton City Council voted 4-3 on Tuesday night to repeal the low-level marijuana decriminalization ordinance, just over two years after its approval. This ordinance, passed by local voters, aimed to prevent arrests and citations for possession of small amounts of marijuana, unless associated with felony narcotics or violent crimes.
In November 2022, more than 32,000 Denton residents supported Proposition B, which was designed to limit law enforcement’s ability to penalize individuals for minor marijuana possession. Additionally, the ordinance sought to prohibit the use of city funds for THC testing related to these low-level offenses.
Despite its initial popularity among voters, the ordinance faced challenges in enforcement. City officials had expressed reluctance to implement it, leading to its eventual repeal. This decision reflects ongoing debates within the community regarding marijuana policy and its implications for law enforcement practices in Denton.
The council’s split vote indicates a divided stance on how to handle marijuana-related offenses moving forward, and it raises questions about future policies that may emerge in response to shifting public attitudes toward cannabis in Texas.
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