Mississippi HB199 would impose a civil penalty for simple possession of 30 grams or less of marijuana.
Mississippi HB199 amends the state's controlled substances law to reduce the punishment for simple possession of a small amount of marijuana to a civil penalty. Specifically, possession of 30 grams or less of marijuana would result in a fine of up to $3,000 or imprisonment for up to three years, or both. The bill also grants municipal courts jurisdiction over civil offenses. This change aims to reduce penalties for minor marijuana possession offenses.
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