Governor Wes Moore Signed a Nationally Historic Executive Order Pardoning 175,000 Maryland Cannabis Convictions

Governor Wes Moore Signed a Nationally Historic Executive Order Pardoning 175,000 Maryland Cannabis Convictions

Post Date: June 19, 2024


It is no surprise that the enforcement of cannabis laws has disproportionately and overwhelmingly burdened communities of color. Opportunities were denied because those who were convicted faced steep obstacles to jobs, education, and housing. Governor Moore’s pardons will remove these barriers and enable thousands of Marylanders to lead productive lives without the impediments created by their prior convictions. This Historic action will rectify racial disparities caused by cannabis prohibition.


By answering President Biden's continued call on governors to grant cannabis clemency, Governor Moore has become a champion of cannabis justice that other governors can follow. All it takes is the stroke of a pen to right history, literally.


Anyone who is eligible for a pardon, but who was not included in the mass pardon, may apply for a pardon through the regular application process. To apply for a pardon, visit dpscs.state.md.us/publicservs/pdfs/Application-for-Pardon-Revised.pdf.
 

This courageous action by Governor Moore is an important piece of a much bigger puzzle of addressing the devastating drug war which disproportionately harmed, and continues to harm, marginalized Black and brown communities.


Thank you and “Hats Off” to Governor Wes Moore!


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