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New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and Mayor Michael Bloomberg have agreed to work together on legislation to reduce the penalty for carrying 25 grams or less of marijuana in New York. The legislation was spurred by concern over the number of African-Americans and Latinos who have found themselves charged with possession after being “stopped and frisked” by New York City police officers. New York City made over 50,000 arrests last year for small amounts of marijuana.

Previously Mayor Bloomberg had opposed reducing the penalty for carrying small amounts of marijuana, claiming he believed that these arrests were an effective deterrent and would ultimately lead to reduction in more serious criminal offenses.

Community leaders and many in the state legislature have long been concerned with the number of arrests, particularly of young minorities, and the impact these arrests and subsequent criminal charges have on future opportunities for young people. Any criminal record makes it incredibly difficult for one to pursue gainful employment and can also interfere with educational opportunities. In a press release, Governor Cuomo criticized the disproportionate number of blacks and Latinos who have been swept into the criminal justice system for what he termed relatively minor offenses.

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