If you are convicted of violating Article 5-601 due to possession or use of marijuana, you could face a fine of up to $1,000, incarceration of one year in jail, or both, for a first offense. However, medical necessity in the use or possession of marijuana may be a mitigating factor, and can be introduced for the consideration of the court.
If a conviction results, despite the fact that marijuana use is deemed to be medically necessary, the penalty may not exceed a fine of $100. Other mitigating factors may also apply. If you are issued a civil citation for possession or use of marijuana, you will not face criminal conviction or potential jail time as a result, but penalties may vary based on prior offenses.