Idaho Considers $420 Fine for Cannabis Possession

New Push in Idaho to Toughen Stance on Cannabis

Idaho Cannabis Laws

 

Big news from Idaho's legislative corridors! Lawmakers are mulling over a fresh proposal that could ramp up the state's already strict approach to cannabis. This new idea? Slapping a mandatory fine of $420 on folks caught with small amounts of the green stuff.

According to the Idaho Press, the initiative surfaced in the House State Affairs Committee, courtesy of Rep. Bruce Skaug (R). It zeroes in on cases involving possession of less than three ounces of cannabis.

Now, here's the kicker: Idaho stands firm alongside Kansas and Nebraska as one of the few states in the U.S. that hasn't budged an inch on its cannabis ban. No medical allowances, not even for minor possession. Quite the contrast to neighboring states like Washington, Oregon, Nevada, and Montana, where cannabis is totally legal. Even Canada, just a hop across Idaho's border, has given it the green light!

But wait, there's more! This bill proposing the $420 fine for minor possession cases has officially hit the committee floor, hinting at possible public hearings down the road.

And let's not forget the current Idaho Cannabis laws: Get caught with three ounces or less, and you're looking at a misdemeanor, with the chance of a year in the slammer or a hefty $1,000 fine. Bump it up to between three ounces and one pound? Now you're facing felony territory, with up to five years behind bars and a wallet-draining $10,000 fine. And don't even get me started on the penalties for trafficking felonies.

But hold on tight—there's another proposal in the mix. Idaho Cannabis Lawmakers are eyeing a crackdown on ads peddling illegal products. They're not pleased about seeing billboards and newspaper spreads hyping up cannabis from out-of-state sources.

So, there you have it—the latest buzz from Idaho's legislative buzzsaw. Keep your eyes peeled for more updates!