Sheriff Supports Idea Of Decriminalizing Pot In Metro

Davidson County Sheriff Daron Hall announced his support for a proposed Nashville ordinance that would decriminalize marijuana.

Hall said he thought it was a good idea, and said it could save taxpayers big money.

The proposal would radically reduce the punishment for anyone caught with less than half an ounce of pot.

Metro Nashville Police have not yet endorsed the idea, but Sheriff Hall did on Tuesday.

"Yeah, I think we should do that. I really do," said Hall.

He said the move toward making marijuana possession a civil, rather than criminal offense, is a good idea.

"The reason is not to support people using marijuana. I'm not saying that at all," said Hall.

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