Tag Archives: marijuana

Marijuana soon to be just an infraction - 11357(b) changes coming

Currently, under California law, possession of less than an ounce of marijuana is the lowest level misdemeanor possible.  The maximum possible punishment is a fine of no more than $100, but it is still a misdemeanor.
Governor Schwarzenegger recently signed into law Senate Bill 1449 which will change the classification of possession of less than an [...]

Michael Phelps, marijuana and the Sheriff

The media and internet are all abuzz about a photo where Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps is alleged to have been smoking marijuana from a bong.  Apparently, Phelps made some vague admission about inappropriate behavior.  Personal views about marijuana, drugs, athletes and the media aside - what about basic criminal law and procedure?
From the ABA Journal [...]