Gov. Maura Healey announces plans to pardon all people convicted of simple marijuana possession in Massachusetts, calling it the most sweeping cannabis pardon in the United States. The pardon could affect hundreds of thousands of people.
In a move she described as "nation-leading" in its scope and ambition, Gov. Maura Healey on Wednesday unveiled plans to pardon all people convicted of simple marijuana possession in Massachusetts . "We believe this is the most sweeping cannabis pardon announced by any governor in the United States," said Healey, adding, "The reason we do this is simple: justice requires it.
" Her pardon was met with a round of applause from state elected officials, criminal justice reform advocates, people impacted by simple possession convictions and members of law enforcement who joined Healey for the announcement on the grand staircase steps inside the Massachusetts State House. Though the exact number is unknown, Healey's office said the pardon could affect "hundreds of thousands" of people in Massachusetts. Healey's pardon forgives all state court misdemeanor convictions for possession of marijuana before March 13, 2024. It does not apply to charges of distribution, trafficking, or operating a motor vehicle under the influence
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