Senate Bill 1449, effective January 1, 2011, makes possession of marijuana a mere infraction, giving the offense the same legal weight as a traffic ticket in California. Unlike a traffic ticket, however, where fines can exceed $300, marijuana possession carries a simple $100 fine as a penalty. First time offenders may still be sent to a drug diversion and have the charge dismissed.
The maximum penalty prior to this legislation was a $100 fine, but the crime was charged as a misdemeanor, which meant defendants charged with the offense had a drug criminal record. Many offenders loose their jobs or government benefits as a result.
Marijuana is ILLEGAL in Baton Rouge, LA.
If you have questions about marijuana possession or are in need of a criminal law attorney, call The Law Firm of Rozas and Rozas at 800-755-8998 today.
The maximum penalty prior to this legislation was a $100 fine, but the crime was charged as a misdemeanor, which meant defendants charged with the offense had a drug criminal record. Many offenders loose their jobs or government benefits as a result.
Marijuana is ILLEGAL in Baton Rouge, LA.
If you have questions about marijuana possession or are in need of a criminal law attorney, call The Law Firm of Rozas and Rozas at 800-755-8998 today.
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