Our panelists will discuss: 1  The current legislative environment. 2  The proposed tax legislation on individual tax reform. 3  Considerations to prepare for change.
Whether you are caught with marijuana, cocaine, heroin, LSD, or a prescription drug that isnât lawfully yours, you will face a similar penalty. Under West Virginia law (Â§60A-4-401), possession of a controlled substance is a misdemeanor offense. If convicted, you could face 90 days to 6 months in jail with fines reaching up to $1,000. If this is your second or third offense, that penalty could be doubled. More Serious Drug Charges in W.Va.
Minor In Possession. Specific state laws dictating punishment for a minor found possessing alcohol, marijuana, or other controlled substances. Generally a light misdemeanor; in Michigan, for example, the maximum punishment for an MIP conviction is a $100 fine. Note that the legal definition of in possession can at times include under influence; for example, the Michigan MIP law allows for a legally drunk minor to be charged with possession.