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.
Marijuana Possession Penalties. Considered as a controlled substance class on itâs own, possession of Marijuana has itâs own penalties that are not the same as other drugs or substances. The most common marijuana possession offense of under 2oz have a maximum penalty of 180 days in jail. However, in most situations, we can negotiate a deal for probation in exchange for a drug treatment program, and successful completion of such a program can result in the charges being dropped.