Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Possession of marijuana in Vehicle

I got a ticket for Possession of marijuana in vehicle; VC 23222 (B), under 1.02.

I wanted to know what the ''under 1.02'' means, and also what are possible outcomes of the misdemeanor? Will it be reported to insurance? (it was a nontraffic incident, although i was pulled over intially for not having my signal on. the cop did not write my car information on the ticket) I am over 18, so i dont think this will get back to my parents either. Also, what can should i try to convince the court of? I had only 1 gram of marijuana in the car. If i am able to get a medical marijuana card before the trial date, can they possibly dismiss the offense for the sake of retro-activeness?

Thanks for your help.


Asked on 7/24/04, 4:11 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Lyle Johnson Bedi and Johnson Attorneys at Law

Re: Possession of marijuana in Vehicle

It probably means the weight of the marijuana found in your possession. The weight would appear to be slightly over 1 ounce.

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Answered on 7/25/04, 2:24 am
Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

Re: Possession of marijuana in Vehicle

I think what the officer wrote was "under 1 oz." which makes the ticket punishable only by a fine of $100 plus a "penalty assessment" of maybe $150. Good cop, extra donut for not trying to tack on charges such as DUI or intent to sell. Unfortunately, since you are under 21 upon a conviction you could get a penalty of 12 months license suspension, see http://www.canorml.org/laws/calmjlaws.html .

You can beat the charge entirely if you can show that you had a doctor's recommendation (the prosecution has to prove that you didn't). Probably the charge is worth fighting since there is a license suspension involved, and you could face collateral consequences that could possibly include not being hired for a job or having your kids taken away.

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Answered on 7/25/04, 2:45 am


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