Seattle mayor says new drug possession law prioritizes treatment over jail time

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Seattle mayor says new drug possession law prioritizes treatment over jail time
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Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell said he has signed the new drug possession ordinance and will issue an executive order on how it is enforced within the next week.

FILE - Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell on June 8, 2023, says he wants to lead with intervention and treatment when it comes to illegal drug use, but the city also needs an enforcement component.

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