A House Bill (HB 218) awaiting Governor Rauner’s signature would decriminalize possession of small amounts (15 grams) of marijuana. Instead of being arrested and charged with a misdemeanor crime, individuals would be ordered to pay a fine. It would be akin to getting a parking ticket. If someone cited for marijuana possession under HB 218 also has drug paraphernalia, s/he can be fined for both infractions. In all other cases, possession of drug paraphernalia will still be treated as a criminal offense.
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