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Polis likely to sign bill 'defelonizing' single-use drug possession for Schedule I and II substance * 5
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Polis likely to sign bill 'defelonizing' single-use drug possession for Schedule I and II substances
HB19-1263 is on the Governor's desk
Posted: 5:01 PM, May 06, 2019 Updated: 6:04 PM, May 06, 2019
By: Jennifer Kovaleski
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DENVER -- Marijuana is already permitted, mushrooms could soon be low on Denver's priority list, and if the governor puts pen to paper like expected, using harsh drugs won't be enough to land someone in prison in Colorado.


Under a newly passed bill , dealers would still be punished with a felony, but all other single-use drug possession charges would be a misdemeanor.

"The war on drugs is an abysmal failure, and this puts things on the right track," said bill sponsor Rep. Leslie Herod, D-Denver, at a news conference Monday that capped off the 2019 legislative session, which ended on Friday.

"We've worked with her, I'm supportive of the bill," Gov. Jared Polis said during the news conference.

While the governor stopped short of saying he'd sign the measure, Herod said she is confident he will.


"I have every expectation that the governor will sign this bill," she said.

HB19-1263 , "defelonizes" drug possession for all Schedule I and Schedule II substances. The drugs include heroin, fentanyl, cocaine and most other illicit drugs.

Those caught with small amounts of these drugs would face a misdemeanor instead of a felony charge under the measure should it become law.

"What it means is people will have another chance," explained Herod. "When folks are ready to get clean and sober and get back into society and get back to work, they won't have this felony over their head."

The whole idea is to keep those struggling with addiction out of prison in favor of treatment.

"Most importantly, this bill doesn't eliminate the opportunity for a judge to sentence jail time," said Herod. "We're not saying it's no longer a crime; we're not saying that simple possession is something you're going to get a slap on the wrist for. One-hundred eighty days is still 180 days in jail."

Supporters believe the bill is an effective way to stop "arresting away" the growing drug problem and to save taxpayer money.

A report from the Joint Budget Committee found savings anywhere from $8.6 million to $13.7 million over the next five years. Its money the state wants to use through a grant program to help find new treatment and substance abuse treatment centers.


Herod has faced strong opposition from county sheriffs who dispute those savings, claiming instead they will come at the expense of county taxpayers and county jails, where those sentenced to jail time would now be held under the proposed changes.

"My concern is the shift that will put from state penitentiaries, the state DOC, onto county jails," said El Paso County Sheriff Bill Elder. "By saying that we shouldn't 'fight the war on drugs' because we don't win -- that's just craziness."

Critics have also pointed to a recent KOMO news documentary called 'Seattle's Dying' as a warning sign of the impacts we could see in Colorado if Polis signs the measure.

"Seattle, Washington did this exact same change and their homeless population has skyrocketed," said Elder. "Now it is commonly referred to as 'Free-Attle.'"


"I watched that documentary and nothing in there relates to this bill at all, and so I'm not sure how that leap happened, but this is not a decriminalization bill," said Herod.

Polis has 30 days to sign the bill now that the legislative session is adjourned. Polis has three options: he can sign the bill, let the bill become law without his signature, or choose to veto it. Since the legislative session is over, there would be no opportunity for an override attempt by lawmakers.

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Re: Polis likely to sign bill 'defelonizing' single-use drug possession for Schedule I and II substance [Re: sycodelix]
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Holy Shit, this is nothing short of amazing really. Wow!

Great thing for addicts who really work hard and get clean. Good job CO


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Re: Polis likely to sign bill 'defelonizing' single-use drug possession for Schedule I and II substance [Re: sycodelix]
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You mean Mexico is going straight and not being corrupted to the level it is and now they won't pick and choose who has power and money?  Wow, heading to Juarez as it is super cheap!  Sure they will put an end to kidnapping soon as well by new Mexican laws as even as corrupt as the U.S. is, c,mon, I mean c,mon, does anyone buy this shit? 

How long can you sit in a Mexican jail cell or prison before a "court" date?  I could go into so much detail but it would take pages and be a waste.  Much like Mexico and then on to South America and El Salvador. 

What are the new laws there?  Bet super cheap!:wonka::shrug:

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Re: Polis likely to sign bill 'defelonizing' single-use drug possession for Schedule I and II substance [Re: Barnaby]
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Herod has faced strong opposition from county sheriffs who dispute those savings, claiming instead they will come at the expense of county taxpayers and county jails, where those sentenced to jail time would now be held under the proposed changes.

"My concern is the shift that will put from state penitentiaries, the state DOC, onto county jails," said El Paso County Sheriff Bill Elder. "By saying that we shouldn't 'fight the war on drugs' because we don't win -- that's just craziness."


Fuck this guy. The whole point is to put less people in jail for non violent drug offenses.

Also not only are we "losing" the war on drugs, the "war" itself has done countless more damage then the drugs ever could...


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Re: Polis likely to sign bill 'defelonizing' single-use drug possession for Schedule I and II substance [Re: musiclover420]
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On the Shroomery you are preaching to the choir. :shrug:

God I want to see change as much as you do I suppose, an educated guess.  Why I like Denver so much but wherever you are in the world, stand up for human rights and what really matters in life.  More power to you.

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Re: Polis likely to sign bill 'defelonizing' single-use drug possession for Schedule I and II substance [Re: musiclover420]
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musiclover420 said:
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Herod has faced strong opposition from county sheriffs who dispute those savings, claiming instead they will come at the expense of county taxpayers and county jails, where those sentenced to jail time would now be held under the proposed changes.

"My concern is the shift that will put from state penitentiaries, the state DOC, onto county jails," said El Paso County Sheriff Bill Elder. "By saying that we shouldn't 'fight the war on drugs' because we don't win -- that's just craziness."


Fuck this guy. The whole point is to put less people in jail for non violent drug offenses.

Also not only are we "losing" the war on drugs, the "war" itself has done countless more damage then the drugs ever could...


There is no "War on Drugs" it's just a propaganda name for "War on Freedom of Choice". No bag of drugs has ever been sentenced to a cage, ruined families (destroyed children's lives), and have all their possessions taken from them.


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Re: Polis likely to sign bill 'defelonizing' single-use drug possession for Schedule I and II substance [Re: O_Dweeds]
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These are amazing steps. Denver is really crushing it lately


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Re: Polis likely to sign bill 'defelonizing' single-use drug possession for Schedule I and II substance [Re: Fractal420]
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Polis is going to kill colorado


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Re: Polis likely to sign bill 'defelonizing' single-use drug possession for Schedule I and II substance [Re: natzyshroomer]
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Or more like finally set it free from the horrible CSA that has no business existing

I dont live in denver but this type of major policy change sets off shockwaves that inevitably changes everything, especially when its a pattern of progression


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