The two ordinances give police more authority to respond to criminal acts in public spaces, according to a media release from the city of Lakewood.
“The goal is not to criminalize people, but instead to encourage them into treatment,” said Lakewood Mayor Jason Whalen about the illegal drugs ordinance.
With this new ordinance, Lakewood police can now charge suspects with a gross misdemeanor, which could lead to up to 364 days in jail and up to $5,000 in fines.
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