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Legislation introduced in Albany would reduce penalty for pot possession

Some lawmakers in Albany want reduced penalties for marijuana possession, because they say the current policy targets young people of color. The move comes after Kings County District Attorney Ken

News 12 Staff

Jul 9, 2014, 9:02 PM

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