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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing Denton and four other cities over their policies to decriminalize marijuana. Details: The suit alleges municipalities don’t have the authority to do so under state law, the AG’s office announced Wednesday.
I will not stand idly by as cities run by pro-crime extremists deliberately violate Texas law and promote the use of illicit drugs that harm our communities,” Paxton said in his press release. “This unconstitutional action by municipalities demonstrates why Texas must have a law to ‘follow the law.’ It’s quite simple: the legislature passes every law after a full debate on the issues, and we don’t allow cities the ability to create anarchy by picking and choosing the laws they enforce.
Ground Game Texas, an organization at the forefront of the movement to decriminalize minor marijuana possession in several cities, including those being targeted by Paxton’s lawsuits, has shown dedication to their cause. It is worth noting that they have also embarked on a related initiative in Dallas, highlighting their active involvement in advancing these measures.