SB 297 - Reduces Fine for Marijuana Possession Under 10 Grams - Maryland Key Vote
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Joe Getty voted Nay (Passage) on this Legislation.
Timeline
- Referred to Committee
- March 19, 2013
- Senate Bill Passed
- March 19, 2013
- Introduced
- Jan. 23, 2013
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Title: Reduces Fine for Marijuana Possession Under 10 Grams
Vote Smart's Synopsis:
Vote to pass a bill that reduces the fine for the use or possession of less than 10 grams of marijuana, effective October 1, 2013.
Highlights:
- Classifies the use or possession of less than 10 grams of marijuana as a civil offense punishable by a maximum fine of $100, whereas current law allows for imprisonment up to 90 days and a maximum fine of $500 (Sec. 1).
Title: Reduces Fine for Marijuana Possession Under 10 Grams