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Nashvillians Talk About Possible Marijuana Ordinance

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Nashvillians sounded off about a proposed ordinance that would de-criminalize the possession of small amounts of marijuana.

Earlier this month, Metro Council voted a second time to advance the ordinance.

Currently, less than a half ounce of pot could send someone to jail for up to a year and a $2,500 fine.

However, the proposal would make it a civil offense - like a traffic ticket.

Photojournalist Bud Nelson heard what people in Nashville had to say on both sides of the issue.

Council was set to vote on the proposal a third time in October.