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Simple Possession- Marijuana

Possession Marijuana; 1st Offense (Under 1kg)
  • Misdemeanor crime
  • Up to 1 year in jail
  • $200-$500 Fine
  • Possible drug treatment
  • Up to 100 hours community service
Possession Marijuana; 2nd Offense (Under 1kg)
  • Misdemeanor crime
  • 1st offense penalties are doubled
  • 100 or more hours of community service
  • A drug counseling program
*If found guilty of possession while driving;
  • 6 months for 1st offense
  • 12 months for 2nd offense
Possession Marijuana (Over 1kg)
  • Felony
  • Mandatory Minimum Jail Sentence 10 years
  • Fines up to $500,000

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