Possession of any quantity of cannabis for personal consumption is punishable by up to one year in jail and a fine of up to $2,500. For a second conviction, the sentence raises to 10 - 42 months in jail and a fine of up to $100,000.
Possession with intent to sell or actual sale might result in 14 -51 months imprisonment and a fine of up to $300,000. Probation is possible for penalties of less than 32 months. Sale or possession with intent within 1,000 feet of a school is punishable by 46 - 83 months imprisonment and a fine of up to $300,000.
Production of a regulated substance is punishable by 138 - 204 months in prison.
Possession of paraphernalia for personal consumption is punishable by up to one year imprisonment and a fine of up to $2,500. Possession of paraphernalia that would be utilized for planting or growing more than five cannabis plants is punishable by 10 - 42 months in jail and a fine of up to $100,000.
Conditional release: The state authorizes conditional release or alternative or diversion sentencing for individuals facing their first prosecutions. Generally, conditional release lets an individual opt for probation rather than trial. After successfully finishing probation, the person's criminal record does not reflect the charge.
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