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AL SB42
AL SB42Crimes and offenses; unlawful possession of marijuana; crime revised based on amount of ounces possessed; criminal penalties revised
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Introduced
02/06/2024
02/06/2024
In Committee
02/06/2024
02/06/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/09/2024
05/09/2024
Introduced Session
Regular Session 2024
Bill Summary
Crimes and offenses; unlawful possession of marijuana; crime revised based on amount of ounces possessed; criminal penalties revised
AI Summary
This bill revises the crime of unlawful possession of marijuana in Alabama based on the amount of ounces possessed. Possession of one or more ounces of marijuana is now a crime classified as a Class D felony, punishable by a fine, on the third or subsequent conviction within five years. Possession of less than one ounce is a violation punishable only by a fine. The bill also allows for the expungement of records related to charges, findings, or convictions under these marijuana possession laws if the person has not been convicted of any other felony, misdemeanor, or violation (excluding minor traffic violations) in the previous five years.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Pending Senate Judiciary (on 02/06/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/bill-search |
| BillText | https://www.legislature.state.al.us/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2024RS/SB42-int.pdf |
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