Does anybody know how much is a ticket for posesssion of marijuana?
I was driving and the cops stopped me, I had with me worth of weed. I had to do the dui test and I passed. They only took my weed and gave me a ticket. Now I have a mandatory appearence to go to court. What's going to happen to me there and how much? This happened in san diego, california ...
I was driving and the cops stopped me, I had with me worth of weed. I had to do the dui test and I passed. They only took my weed and gave me a ticket. Now I have a mandatory appearence to go to court. What's going to happen to me there and how much? This happened in san diego, california
It is $100 for just possession of under an ounce, and you only had 1.3 grams. You’ll get off with $100 fine and a mark on your record. Had you been smoking it, it would have been a dwi/dui and/or public intoxication, which is a LOT worse. Be glad they pulled you over BEFORE you smoked it
Possession of marijuana is a misdemeanor under California Health and Safety Code Section 11357. Possession of one ounce (28.5 gms) or less is punishable by a maximum $100 fine. Jail time is possible for larger amounts or for hashish, which is an optional felony ("wobbler"). However, under Prop 36, effective July 1, 2001, first- and second- time possession-only offenders may demand a treatment program instead of jail. Upon successful completion of the program, their conviction is erased. Possession (and personal use cultivation) offenders can also avoid conviction by making a preguilty plea under Penal Code 1000, in which case their charges are dismissed upon successful completion of a diversion program. Possession offenses are expunged from the record after two years under Health and Safety Code Sections 11361.5 and 11361.7.
Possession of one ounce or less in a vehicle while driving may also be charged under Vehicle Code 23222 (the drunk driving statute).
No arrest or imprisonment is allowed for possession of less than one ounce of marijuana. However, police often get around this provision by charging minor offenders with intent to sell
if you go to court then you can reduce your citation. and maybe they will take credits off of your license.