Cannabis North

Fairbanks marijuana smokers can be punished for disturbing the peace

FAIRBANKS -- Disruptive pot smoking would be punishable by a $100 fine starting Saturday under an ordinance passed unanimously by Fairbanks city councilmembers.

The Fairbanks Daily News-Miner reports the minor offense would come only if the user continues to smoke after a warning from police officers.

Smoking marijuana releases a particle into the air that can be harmful, according to the ordinance.

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