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Commission adopts ordinance reclassifying public alcohol consumption and urination as infractions amid downtown safety debate
3198271 · April 15, 2025
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Summary
Fargo adopted ordinances changing penalties for public consumption of alcohol and public urination from noncriminal fines to infractions, a move commissioners said gives officers more enforcement discretion as downtown partners press for action.
The Fargo City Commission adopted ordinance changes that reclassify public consumption of alcohol and public urination from noncriminal fines to infractions, providing police additional enforcement options, city staff and the police chief said.
Chiefs and staff explained the change responds to community concerns…
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