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HI SB472
Bill
Status
3/5/2013
Primary Sponsor
Kalani English
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AI Summary
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Makes possession of 20 grams or less of marijuana a civil violation subject to a $100 fine for adults 18 and older, rather than criminal penalties.
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Creates civil liability for adults 18 and older who sell, furnish, or provide marijuana to minors under 18, or who own property where minors use marijuana with their knowledge.
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Excludes primary caregivers registered with Hawaii's medical marijuana program from civil liability under the new provision.
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Adjusts marijuana-related criminal penalties by establishing threshold amounts (20 grams for possession, 426+ grams for first-degree promoting, 200+ grams for second-degree promoting).
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Clarifies that possession of 20 grams or less of marijuana does not constitute intent to distribute and does not disqualify defendants from conditional discharge provisions.
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Effective date is July 1, 2050.
Legislative Description
Marijuana; Possession; Civil Penalties
Last Action
Recommitted to JUD with none voting no and Representative(s) Ito excused.
4/3/2013