특정 행위를 더 이상 형사 처벌의 대상으로 삼지 않도록 법을 개정하거나 규제를 완화하는 과정.
The legislative process of removing criminal penalties for an act, though it may still be subject to civil fines or administrative regulations.
예문:
"The decriminalization of possession of small amounts of cannabis has led to a shift in police priorities."
"Advocates argue that decriminalization of sex work would improve the safety and health of workers."
"Public debate continues over the potential decriminalization of certain minor traffic violations."