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AR SB499

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/8/2021

Primary Sponsor

Clarke Tucker

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Origin

Senate

93rd General Assembly (2021 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Amends Arkansas Code § 5-64-419(b)(5) to modify penalties for Schedule VI controlled substance possession, specifically marijuana
  • Creates a violation (rather than Class A misdemeanor) for marijuana possession of less than 1 ounce with a maximum fine of $200
  • Specifies that violations under the less-than-1-ounce provision do not count as previous convictions for enhancement purposes under the 1-4 ounce provision
  • Maintains existing felony penalties for larger quantities: Class D felony for 4 ounces to 10 pounds, Class C felony for 10-25 pounds, Class B felony for 25-100 pounds, and Class A felony for 100-500 pounds

Legislative Description

Concerning The Possession Of Marijuana.

Last Action

Sine Die adjournment

10/15/2021

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/8/2021

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