Plea Agreement Ends Prosecution Of Country Great Willie Nelson’s Marijuana Prosecution

Country star Willie Nelson accepted a plea deal that reduce his marijuana possession charge, to a possession of drug paraphernalia.  Nelson must pay a $500 fine.  According to his attorney, the charge will be dismissed from Nelson’s record if the star stays out of trouble for thirty days.

What is the current California Marijuana Law?

As of January 1, 2011, under California law, possession of one ounce or less of marijuana is an infraction, punishable by a maximum $100 fine.  The new law is codified under California Health and Safety Code section 11357(b).  Possession of larger amounts of marijuana is a misdemeanor punishable by up to $500 and six months is jail under California Health and Safety Code section 11357 (c).

How was the Marijuana Law different before?

Prior to January 1, 2011, possession under an ounce was a misdemeanor offense.  A misdemeanor conviction in California carries penalties including jail time, probation, fines and fees.

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