Possession of any quantity of cannabis is a misdemeanour and is punishable by up to one year in jail and a fine up to $2,000.
Production or distribution of less than one ounce of cannabis is punishable by up to three years in prison and a fine up to $25,000. For one ounce or more the sentence raises to a possible seven years in prison and fine up to $100,000. Production or distribution of five pounds or more is punishable by up to 20 years imprisonment and a fine up to $300,000.
Consequences for sale or distribution within 1,000 feet of a school are up to two times the possible prison time and fine.
Upon conviction of an individual aged 15 - 18 years for possession with intent to sell, an additional sentence of 1 - 5 year driver's license suspension may be imposed. For individuals aged 15 - 18 years convicted of possession or consumption, the offender's driver's license is suspended for 90 days - one year. For individuals over the age of 18 convicted of possession with intent to sell, the driver's license suspension might be for as long as life.
Sale or production of paraphernalia is a misdemeanour, punishable by up to one year imprisonment and a fine up to $2,000.
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