Newark officials are considering shifting its policy on marijuana possession citations from the state courts to the Newark Alderman’s Court.
Since the cases are referred to the state courts the state also keeps the fines.
The Wilmington News Journal reports that Newark City Solicitor Bruce Herron said that the Alderman’s Court would allow Newark police from having to show up in state court in contested cases.
He added it is a matter of convenience that would save time and keep the officers from having to go outside the city limits to attend judicial proceedings.
The News Journal reports that last year authorities say nearly 200 people were charged with marijuana-related offenses.
Delaware decriminalized possession of marijuana in 2015 with a fine of $100.
The proposal is expected to come up at the City Council March 14 meeting.
