Olympia Washington Unanimously Approves Decriminalization Of Plant-Based Psychedelics
The Olympia City Council has taken a significant step toward decriminalizing the possession and use of plant-based psychedelics, such as psilocybin mushrooms. In a unanimous vote during its August 13 meeting, the Council approved a resolution that effectively deprioritizes law enforcement actions against individuals possessing or using these substances, reported King5.
The resolution directs that no city funds or resources should be used for the investigation, prosecution, or arrest of people for such activities, marking a shift in the city’s approach to drug policy. Olympia is the capital of Washington State.
Resolution Limits And Public Safety Considerations
However, the resolution comes with limitations. It does not permit the commercial manufacturing or sale of psychedelics, …