HB 2404 Summary

• Creates a new petty offense for possession of 2.5 ounces or less of marijuana (not for sale) with a maximum fine of $150, replacing previous felony classification.

• Reclassifies marijuana possession offenses based on weight thresholds: 2.5 oz to 2 lbs becomes class 6 felony; 2-4 lbs becomes class 5 felony; 4+ lbs becomes class 4 felony.

• Adds misdemeanor drug offense fine provision to section 13-821, allowing courts to impose mandatory minimum fines of $1,000 for first offense and $2,000 for subsequent offenses for drug violations.

• Modifies section 13-3415 regarding drug paraphernalia to exclude paraphernalia used in violation of section 13-1405, subsection A, paragraph 1 (peyote use).

• Effective date set for August 3, 2019 for the amended marijuana possession statute.