HB 325 / SB 446 - Criminal Law - Use or Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance - De Minimis Quantity

  • Status: Lost: bill did not pass
  • Position: Support
  • Bill Number: HB 325 / SB 446
  • Session: 2018
  • Latest Update: June 4, 2018
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Summary

The ACLU of Maryland supports HB 325 / SB 446 , which removes criminal penalties for the personal possession of de minimis quantities of controlled dangerous substances (CDS), and replaces them with a civil fine, education and an assessment for substance abuse disorder.

Sponsors:
Delegate Morhaim, Senator Astle

Publications

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