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Berkeley's city council just voted to decriminalize certain psychedelics. This means fewer penalties for using these substances, potentially shifting how the city handles drug enforcement.
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Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days.
Expect fewer fines and arrests related to these drugs, saving some people money and the city some enforcement costs.
People who use psychedelics and want to avoid legal trouble will benefit, along with potentially researchers.
No groups negatively affected
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