Breckenridge, Colorado Votes to Legalize !!!!!

skatealex2 · #1 (**permalink**) 11-04-2009, 05:58 AM

Breckenridge Votes To Legalize Marijuana - Denver News Story - KMGH Denver

BRECKENRIDGE, Colo. -- The skiing town of Breckenridge voted Tuesday night by a margin of nearly 3 to 1 to legalize the adult possession of marijuana.

Breckenridge voters passed Measure 2F, which removes criminal penalties from the town code for the private possession of up to one ounce of marijuana by adults 21 and older. The ordinance also removes criminal penalties for the possession of bongs, pipes and other drug paraphernalia.

It passed 73 percent to 27 percent.

"This votes demonstrates that Breckenridge citizens overwhelmingly believe that adults should not be punished for making the safer choice to use marijuana instead of alcohol," said Sean McAllister, a Breckenridge attorney who proposed the ordinance.

The measure's victory is considered symbolic because it conflicts with state and federal laws. However, supporters of the measure say it inches the whole state closer to full legalization.

Other cities around the country have taken similar action in recent years, including a measure in Denver that decriminalized possession of marijuana up to one ounce.

Advocates say the Breckenridge proposal goes further than others because it allows paraphernalia as well. Drug paraphernalia possession in Colorado is considered a petty offense. Though "head shops" selling bongs and pipes are common in Colorado, the wares are ostensibly for smoking tobacco. Paraphernalia charges are usually only filed along with possession charges. Both are misdemeanors punishable by a $100 fine and court fees.

The penalties aren't serious, but about 100 people a year in Breckenridge are cited for possession of either marijuana or paraphernalia, often both. Supporters of the effort say it's not right to leave small-time pot smokers with a criminal record.

The Breckenridge campaign, which had no formal opposition, received endorsements from Breckenridge Town Councilman Jeffrey Bergeron, Fmr. Colorado State Rep. and Breckenridge resident, Gary Lindstrom, and the Summit Daily News.

Measure 2F was placed on the ballot when more than 1,400 people signed a petition supporting it. It only needed 495 signatures to get on the ballot. The ordinance change will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2010.

Several Breckenridge residents heartily backed the local marijuana effort.

"People think it's a waste of time for the police to be prosecuting these people," said Elisabeth Lawrence, 30. Smoking pot, she said, is "not the worst thing in the world to be doing."

Nancy Skaj, a clerk at a Breckenridge grocery store, said the measure could be a boon for ski tourists who don't have clearance for medical marijuana. "With all the injuries people get skiing up here, instead of popping pills, they should just be doing this. It's a lot more natural," she said.

Breckenridge has roughly 3,300 voters.

Neromatic · #2 (**permalink**) 11-04-2009, 06:03 AM

Guess I'm spending j-term boarding in Breckenridge instead of Aspen this year.

AlabamaSlammer · #3 (**permalink**) 11-04-2009, 07:45 PM

Oh man! You totally beat me! I was just about to post that! Oh well, I'm so excited! Perhaps grasscity could hold a big party in Breckenridge

? Bring them some much needed business. My question is [I'm not up to date on the law], if it's legal in town but still illegal in the state, will the Breckenridge police officers still arrest you if they find you with marijuana? The article mentions the vote as largely symbolic but I wonder how the police will see it?

caseball2051 · #4 (**permalink**) 11-04-2009, 09:21 PM

beat me to it.

its a step in the right direciton.

BLphillyUNT · #5 (**permalink**) 11-05-2009, 01:46 AM

I just creamed, im gonna be blazin blunts going up the lift im so stoked

FoodLion · #6 (**permalink**) 11-05-2009, 01:57 AM

not only does this push the state toward full legalization, it pushes the whole fuckin COUNTRY. This is sick, Breckenridge is sick, and this nation is starting to shed some light.

aside from that, definitely gonna be boarding in Breck this season

dumped43 · #7 (**permalink**) 11-05-2009, 02:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlabamaSlammer

Oh man! You totally beat me! I was just about to post that! Oh well, I'm so excited! Perhaps grasscity could hold a big party in Breckenridge

? Bring them some much needed business. My question is [I'm not up to date on the law], if it's legal in town but still illegal in the state, will the Breckenridge police officers still arrest you if they find you with marijuana? The article mentions the vote as largely symbolic but I wonder how the police will see it?

i read another article that quoted the sheriff as saying that even though state law its still illegal, they can still "use some discretion." guess that is better than nothing?

mabud · #8 (**permalink**) 11-05-2009, 05:11 AM

i guess the mountains are still under federal law so you could get arrested techincally riding.. but i mean what cop patrols on a mountain haha and gondolas were invented for peaceful blazing so... put 2 and 2 together haha. but ya def. a step in the right direction for legalization

Rise Against · #9 (**permalink**) 11-05-2009, 05:45 AM

Let's hope this serves as a precedent to the rest of the country. Once people see that legalization hasn't negatively impacted Breckenridge, they'll start to realize that it's not as serious of an issue our government makes it out to be. Hopefully politicians will feel the same!

tharedhead · #10 (**permalink**) 11-05-2009, 06:13 AM

Think of the increased tourism!

jamesclancaster · #11 (**permalink**) 11-05-2009, 10:18 AM

this is great.

but i am confused...

"Other cities around the country have taken similar action in recent years, including a measure in Denver that decriminalized possession of marijuana up to one ounce."

so it was only decriminalized in breckenridge? or full on legalized?

AlabamaSlammer · #12 (**permalink**) 11-05-2009, 08:26 PM

Your signature animation cracked me up!

The Green Toker · #13 (**permalink**) 11-05-2009, 08:48 PM

I am so exited, now cnn and all the other media shows need to show this. Soon, we will all follow

. This shit made my day!

toxicXchocobo · #14 (**permalink**) 11-06-2009, 12:10 PM

Don't know about the rest of the world but I saw this take up a decent amount of time on the news cast tonight here in the middle of the bible belt. Granted are neighboring CO but still, was a bit surprised. Hopefully this'll open up some possibilities here where I thought we'd be the last to accept MMJ let alone marijuana in general.

So is it JUST Breckenridge thus far or the surrounding area?
There a college nearby I could transfer for my senior year?

lol

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#1 (permalink) 11-04-2009, 05:58 AM
skatealex2 sk8alex Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: ny Posts: 2,408 Blog Entries: 1	Breckenridge, Colorado Votes to Legalize !!!!! Breckenridge Votes To Legalize Marijuana - Denver News Story - KMGH Denver BRECKENRIDGE, Colo. -- The skiing town of Breckenridge voted Tuesday night by a margin of nearly 3 to 1 to legalize the adult possession of marijuana. Breckenridge voters passed Measure 2F, which removes criminal penalties from the town code for the private possession of up to one ounce of marijuana by adults 21 and older. The ordinance also removes criminal penalties for the possession of bongs, pipes and other drug paraphernalia. It passed 73 percent to 27 percent. "This votes demonstrates that Breckenridge citizens overwhelmingly believe that adults should not be punished for making the safer choice to use marijuana instead of alcohol," said Sean McAllister, a Breckenridge attorney who proposed the ordinance. The measure's victory is considered symbolic because it conflicts with state and federal laws. However, supporters of the measure say it inches the whole state closer to full legalization. Other cities around the country have taken similar action in recent years, including a measure in Denver that decriminalized possession of marijuana up to one ounce. Advocates say the Breckenridge proposal goes further than others because it allows paraphernalia as well. Drug paraphernalia possession in Colorado is considered a petty offense. Though "head shops" selling bongs and pipes are common in Colorado, the wares are ostensibly for smoking tobacco. Paraphernalia charges are usually only filed along with possession charges. Both are misdemeanors punishable by a $100 fine and court fees. The penalties aren't serious, but about 100 people a year in Breckenridge are cited for possession of either marijuana or paraphernalia, often both. Supporters of the effort say it's not right to leave small-time pot smokers with a criminal record. The Breckenridge campaign, which had no formal opposition, received endorsements from Breckenridge Town Councilman Jeffrey Bergeron, Fmr. Colorado State Rep. and Breckenridge resident, Gary Lindstrom, and the Summit Daily News. Measure 2F was placed on the ballot when more than 1,400 people signed a petition supporting it. It only needed 495 signatures to get on the ballot. The ordinance change will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2010. Several Breckenridge residents heartily backed the local marijuana effort. "People think it's a waste of time for the police to be prosecuting these people," said Elisabeth Lawrence, 30. Smoking pot, she said, is "not the worst thing in the world to be doing." Nancy Skaj, a clerk at a Breckenridge grocery store, said the measure could be a boon for ski tourists who don't have clearance for medical marijuana. "With all the injuries people get skiing up here, instead of popping pills, they should just be doing this. It's a lot more natural," she said. Breckenridge has roughly 3,300 voters. Last edited by skatealex2; 11-04-2009 at 06:02 AM.

#2 (permalink) 11-04-2009, 06:03 AM
Neromatic Alien? Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Minnesconsin Posts: 324	Re: Breckenridge, Colorado Votes to Legalize !!!!! Guess I'm spending j-term boarding in Breckenridge instead of Aspen this year.

#3 (permalink) 11-04-2009, 07:45 PM
AlabamaSlammer Young Grasshopper Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: North Alabama Posts: 13	Re: Breckenridge, Colorado Votes to Legalize !!!!! Oh man! You totally beat me! I was just about to post that! Oh well, I'm so excited! Perhaps grasscity could hold a big party in Breckenridge? Bring them some much needed business. My question is [I'm not up to date on the law], if it's legal in town but still illegal in the state, will the Breckenridge police officers still arrest you if they find you with marijuana? The article mentions the vote as largely symbolic but I wonder how the police will see it? __________________ "When I was a kid I inhaled frequently. That was the point." -President Barack Obama

#4 (permalink) 11-04-2009, 09:21 PM
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BLphillyUNT Only the finest Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: A MILE HIGH Posts: 118	Re: Breckenridge, Colorado Votes to Legalize !!!!! I just creamed, im gonna be blazin blunts going up the lift im so stoked __________________ I DONT DO DRUGS, I SMOKE WEED

#6 (permalink) 11-05-2009, 01:57 AM
FoodLion tryna hit that.. Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: 402 Posts: 347	Re: Breckenridge, Colorado Votes to Legalize !!!!! not only does this push the state toward full legalization, it pushes the whole fuckin COUNTRY. This is sick, Breckenridge is sick, and this nation is starting to shed some light. aside from that, definitely gonna be boarding in Breck this season __________________ trapped in the skies what am I to do? brothers from another planet, yall know the truth.

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mabud Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: 978 Posts: 1,029	Re: Breckenridge, Colorado Votes to Legalize !!!!! i guess the mountains are still under federal law so you could get arrested techincally riding.. but i mean what cop patrols on a mountain haha and gondolas were invented for peaceful blazing so... put 2 and 2 together haha. but ya def. a step in the right direction for legalization

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Rise Against Registered User Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: California Posts: 138	Re: Breckenridge, Colorado Votes to Legalize !!!!! Let's hope this serves as a precedent to the rest of the country. Once people see that legalization hasn't negatively impacted Breckenridge, they'll start to realize that it's not as serious of an issue our government makes it out to be. Hopefully politicians will feel the same!

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jamesclancaster Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 19	Re: Breckenridge, Colorado Votes to Legalize !!!!! this is great. but i am confused... "Other cities around the country have taken similar action in recent years, including a measure in Denver that decriminalized possession of marijuana up to one ounce." so it was only decriminalized in breckenridge? or full on legalized? __________________ DISCLAIMER: Anything posted under the the username jamesclancaster is COMPLETELY FICTICIOUS.

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#12 (permalink) 11-05-2009, 08:26 PM
AlabamaSlammer Young Grasshopper Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: North Alabama Posts: 13	Re: Breckenridge, Colorado Votes to Legalize !!!!! Your signature animation cracked me up! __________________ "When I was a kid I inhaled frequently. That was the point." -President Barack Obama

#13 (permalink) 11-05-2009, 08:48 PM
The Green Toker Smoking like it's legal:) Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Tennessee Posts: 672 Blog Entries: 2	Re: Breckenridge, Colorado Votes to Legalize !!!!! I am so exited, now cnn and all the other media shows need to show this. Soon, we will all follow . This shit made my day! __________________

#14 (permalink) 11-06-2009, 12:10 PM
toxicXchocobo Registered User Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 92	Re: Breckenridge, Colorado Votes to Legalize !!!!! Don't know about the rest of the world but I saw this take up a decent amount of time on the news cast tonight here in the middle of the bible belt. Granted are neighboring CO but still, was a bit surprised. Hopefully this'll open up some possibilities here where I thought we'd be the last to accept MMJ let alone marijuana in general. So is it JUST Breckenridge thus far or the surrounding area? There a college nearby I could transfer for my senior year? lol