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Happening now, supporters of an ordinance to reduce penalties for marijuana possession in unincorporated areas of Shelby County are plotting their next move.

Yesterday, the County Commission voted 7 to 4 to reject the measure.

It would give officers the option of handing out tickets, instead of jail time, for those caught with a half-ounce of pot or less.

But it’s not a totally off the table yet.

The County Commission will vote twice more on the measure.

You’ll remember, the Memphis City Council passed a similar ordinance last month.

Meanwhile, addiction counselors say even a small amount of marijuana used recreationally can have lasting effects.  Karen Morgan is with Turning Point Recovery.

 

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