Present participle of decriminalize; the process of removing criminal penalties.
Decriminalize + -ing (present participle and gerund suffix). The -ing form shows the action in progress or as a noun.
The act of decriminalizing is political and ongoing—supporters say it lets people seek help rather than hide, while critics worry it sends the wrong message about consequences.
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