decriminalization

[dee-kri-muh-nuh-lahy-zay-shuhn]

noun

1. the act by legislators of removing criminal restrictions or penalties on something.

Example Sentences

But tough on crime is back in fashion, and no politician wants to champion decriminalization.

From Los Angeles Times

Harris previously called for a fracking ban, universal healthcare and decriminalization of border crossings.

From Los Angeles Times

The government pushed ahead with decriminalization anyway, allowing the weed industry to grow in what Anunchai describes as “a vacuum that has dragged on for over two years.”

From Los Angeles Times

But the board found too many instances where she slow-rolled or impeded repeals of failed criminal justice initiatives in recent years, including on drug decriminalization and restrictions on police pursuit policies.

From Seattle Times

He backed an effort to partially roll back Oregon’s drug decriminalization law.

From New York Times