During the COVID-19 pandemic, Baltimore stopped prosecuting low-level crimes to slow the virus's spread in congregate settings like jails. Baltimore State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby stopped prosecuting the following offenses: Possession of controlled substances Attempted distribution of controlled substances Paraphernalia possession Prostitution Trespassing Minor traffic offenses Open container violations Rogue and vagabond (charges related to the theft of a car) Urinating/defecating in public According to a press release from Mosby's office, the overall incarcerated population decreased by 18% and there was a 39% decline in people entering the criminal justice system. The experiment reduced jail populations and Baltimore saw a decrease in […]
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