Bill > HB1028

This bill amends existing Louisiana law to reduce the penalties for possession or use of marijuana drug paraphernalia. Specifically, it sets a maximum fine of $50 for a first or any subsequent conviction involving the use or possession of drug paraphernalia intended for or used solely with marijuana. This is a reduction from the previous penalties, which ranged from up to $300 for a first offense to up to $2,500 and up to 2 years in prison for third or subsequent offenses. The bill maintains the higher penalties for drug paraphernalia not related to marijuana.