Philadelphia Marijuana Decriminalization Cut Monthly Arrests 78%, Saves City Estimated $3.75 Million Annually, Prosecutor Tells Lawmakers

The Marijuana Herald
By Anthony MartinelliSep 28, 2026, 8:15 am70 pts
The Marijuana Herald - Marijuana news and information Philadelphia’s decision to decriminalize possession of small amounts of marijuana cut monthly arrests by 78% and is estimated to save the city $3.75 million annually in enforcement costs, a prosecutor told Pennsylvania lawmakers Friday. Assistant District…

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