President Joe Biden pardoned those with prior federal convictions last year, but some complained the busts were still showing up on their records. CannabisCommunity cannabisindustry cannabisculture CannabisNews JoeBiden
for Marijuana Pardon Certificates, allowing those with past federal marijuana possession convictions to have proof of their pardons. In theory, the certification will make it easier for those previously charged with possession to obtain housing, jobs and educational opportunities.
Last October, Biden signed a proclamation pardoning U.S. citizens convicted of marijuana possession before Oct. 6, 2022. However, advocates and those pardoned complained that even though their names had been cleared, their convictions still appeared on their criminal records. Biden’s pardon only includes those with federal pot possession convictions. In other words, those convicted in state courts — including in Texas — aren't eligible for a pardon., voters in cities including Austin, San Marcos and Denton have voted to decriminalize small amounts of marijuana.in the city’s May municipal elections, which would decriminalize possession of small amounts of weed.
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