PM Browne Announces Upcoming Legislation to Pardon Minor Cannabis Convictions
Prime Minister Gaston Browne, says his government is preparing to introduce legislation that will pardon individuals previously convicted for possessing small quantities of cannabis.
PM Browne announced on his social media page earlier today.
According to PM Browne, the bill is expected to be tabled at the next Parliament sitting.
The proposed legislation aims to clear the criminal records of citizens and residents who were convicted solely for minor cannabis offences, leaving them with a clean criminal record.
Antigua and Barbuda decriminalized the possession of up to 15 grams of cannabis in 2018, but past convictions have continued to affect individuals’ employment, travel, and social mobility.
Once passed, the bill is expected to outline the eligibility criteria and mechanism for clearing records.
Gaston you calling elections soon or what? Asking for my friends
Now that’s what I’m talking about. I’ve always believed that a person should not be incarcerated or have their life ruined over a plant that the Almighty has given us so thank you my beloved Prime Minister Browne for taking this initiative.
…and that’s going to solve the major problem we are having concerning the drug????
Election a come January!! He needs every vote possible. That’s why Skerrit coming here too. They are the twins
Any who. I see the image clearly
I thought such a legislation was already in place.
Thanks PM I’m sure the gesture is appreciated
RASS GASSY doh play