Pubdate: Mon, 03 Nov 2003
Source: Clanton Advertiser, The (AL)
Copyright: 2003 Clanton Advertiser
Contact:  http://www.clantonadvertiser.com/
Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/1742
Author: Sam King

JEMISON PASSES STIFFER PENALTIES

JEMISON - The cost for possession of marijuana in the
second degree and possession of drug paraphernalia just went up in the
City of Jemison.

Last night the council unanimously passed an ordinance thereby
establishing a drug tip fund.

This ordinance number 100103 allows the Municipal Court Judge to fine
an individual up to $200 in addition to the any and all court costs
and fines, if convicted or a plea of guilty is made, upon each case.

Due to the growth of Jemison, the council recognized there maybe an
increase in criminal activity of all types.

This money will assist the police department in their efforts against
all crimes, specifically the unlawful possession of marijuana and
other drug paraphernalia. The funds will be collected by the Municipal
Court Clerk and deposited into the Drug Task Fund.
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