Marijuana Decriminalization Act of 2010
Rationale
Decriminalization reduces unnecessary arrests, saves law enforcement resources, and promotes equity by expunging records while maintaining public safety.
Proposed Changes
| Law | Previous | Proposed | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marijuana Policy |
Legalization (age 21; licensed retail; THC tax; roadside impairment tests)
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Decriminalization (≤10g civil fine; no arrest; record expungement)
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1
Marijuana PolicyProposer
Party
Democratic Progressive Alliance
A future where diplomacy, innovation, and nature thrive together
Core pillars
Ricardo Ortega
Activist · Age 51
A street-smart firebrand with a knack for political maneuvering, Ricardo Ortega stops at nothing to push his agenda, blending raw energy with a ruthless pragmatism.
Timeline
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Draft11 March 2010
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Vote Open20 May 2010
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Vote Closed19 July 2010
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Did Not Become Law19 July 2010
Vote tally
Live tally across each chamber. Weighted by seats held.
Senado
FailedFor: 38 / 266 seats (14.3%)
Against: 67 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 161
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic Progressive Alliance Proposer | 38 | Yes | No reason given |
| Frente Nacional Conservador | 67 | No | No reason given |
| Reform Costavela | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 54 | Not voted |
Congress of Deputies
FailedFor: 83 / 350 seats (23.7%)
Against: 92 · Abstained: 0 · Not voted: 175
| Party | Seats | Vote | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic Progressive Alliance Proposer | 83 | Yes | No reason given |
| Frente Nacional Conservador | 92 | No | No reason given |
| Reform Costavela | 0 | No | No reason given |
| Empty seats | 80 | Not voted |