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ND HB1050
Bill
Status
5/2/2019
Primary Sponsor
Shannon Roers Jones
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AI Summary
HB 1050 Summary
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Raises the threshold for repeat infraction convictions from one prior conviction to at least two prior convictions within one year to be charged as a class B misdemeanor.
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Decriminalizes marijuana ingestion for adults 21 and older by exempting it from controlled substance ingestion penalties; possession of less than one-half ounce (14.175 grams) becomes an infraction rather than a misdemeanor.
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Reclassifies possession of drug paraphernalia used to ingest, inhale, or store marijuana from a class B misdemeanor to an infraction.
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Authorizes the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to place individuals sentenced under drug paraphernalia and alcohol treatment laws into treatment programs, with successful completion resulting in release to probation.
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Directs the Legislative Management to study the potential implications of legalizing recreational marijuana during 2019-20 interim, examining impacts on the economy, minors, insurance, legal system, workers' compensation, public health, and the medical marijuana program, with findings due to the 67th Legislative Assembly.
Legislative Description
Multiple convictions of the same infraction, the possession and ingestion of marijuana, the possession of drug paraphernalia and the placement of an individual in a drug and alcohol treatment program by the department of corrections and rehabilitation; to provide for a legislative management study; and to provide a penalty.
Last Action
Signed by Governor 05/01
5/2/2019