San Francisco

FINAL OK FOR EASED POT ENFORCEMENT

The Board of Supervisors gave final approval Tuesday to legislation
that would set most marijuana-related crimes as the lowest law
enforcement priority for the San Francisco Police Department.

The board voted 7-3 to approve the legislation, sponsored by
Supervisor Tom Ammiano. Under the legislation, the city's police
force would be directed to essentially ignore most marijuana offenses
unless the crimes involve minors, acts of violence, sales on public
property or driving under the influence. Police officials have said
the legislation is consistent with department policy.

In other action, supervisors confirmed the reappointment of Bill Lee
and Sue Lee, no relation, to the city's Planning Commission for terms
expiring in 2010.