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Possession of 28.5 grams or less of marijuana is not an arrestable offense. As long as the offender can provide sufficient identification and promises to appear in court, the officer will not arrest the offender. Upon conviction of the misdemeanor charge the offender is subject to a fine of $100. Possession of greater than 28.5 grams is punishable by up to six months in jail and a fine of up to $500. Possession of 28.5 grams or less of marijuana on school grounds when the school is open
is punishable by up to 10 days in jail and a $500 fine. Possession of greater than 28.5
grams or more of marijuana in a school zone is punishable by up to six months in jail and a
fine of up to $500. The cultivation or processing of any amount of marijuana is punishable by up to sixteen months in state prison. There is an exception to the cultivation prohibition for patients or patients' caregivers who possess or cultivate for personal use by the patient upon approval of a physician. The laws regarding possession and cultivation of marijuana do not apply to patients or patients' primary caregivers who possess or cultivate marijuana for the personal medical use of the patient, upon the recommendation or approval of a physician. Selling marijuana in any amount is punishable by 2 - 4 years in the state prison. Giving away less than 28.5 grams is a misdemeanor and is punishable by a fine of up to $100. Sale of marijuana to a minor is punishable by 3 - 5 years in prison.
For anyone under the age of 21 convicted of any of the above offenses, the state may suspend the offender's driver's
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What is California penal code 11357?
Misdemeanor possession of Marijuana.
Can you become a teacher in California with a misdemeanor of marijuana possession?
Yes, but you have to be able to prove that the amount was for personal use and not for distribution.
Is possession of marijuana a misdemeanor or a felony?
It depends on the quantity in possesion and state you are in. In states such as California, Oregon, and Washington small amounts are misdimenors; larger amount they may add Possesioin with intent to sell if it is anything under an ounce of marijuana its a misdemeanor, and ounce or over is a felony. However some states such as Utah, marijuana is a felony despite the amount of possession
Is possession of marijuana a 1st degree misdemeanor in Florida?
It depends on the amount you are in possession of.
Statute of limitations for possession of marijuana in the state of NJ?
What is the statuate of limitations on misdemeanor possession of parphernalia in NJ
What jobs does a class b misdemeanor possession of marijuana disqualify you for?
Border patrol
Will Alabama extradite you from California for a misdemeanor probation violation over marijuana possession?
Legally they probably can. As a practical matter (time/expense/trouble) they may choose not to do so on a minor offense.
What are the penalties for possession of marijuana in California?
The penalties for possession marijuana in California depend upon the amount in possession. The amount can range range from $100 to $500. The period of incarceration ranges from 10 days to 3 years.
Is possession of marijuana a felony in Texas?
Possession of marijuana is considered a Class B misdemeanor in Texas for small amounts (less than 2 ounces), punishable by a fine up to $2000 and/or up to 180 days in jail. However, possession of larger amounts can escalate to a felony charge with more severe penalties.
Is it legal to have possession of marijuana in California if it is under one ounce?
No.
How much does a possession of marijuana ticket cost in California?
$5,000,000
Can a felony possession of marijuana get reduced to a misdemeanor?
It is possible, try copping a plea with the prosecutor. If you give him something, he may reciprocate.
