Marijuana; loss of driving privilege if convicted for possession in a motor vehicle. (HB180)

Introduced By

Del. Joe Morrissey (D-Highland Springs)

Progress

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 Passed Senate
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 Signed by Governor
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 Became Law

Description

Nexus between possession of marijuana and loss of driving privilege.  Provides that the sanction of loss of driving privilege for simple possession of marijuana shall apply only when the person convicted or given deferred disposition possesses marijuana in a motor vehicle. Currently, a person loses his driving privilege for six months without respect to where the possession took place.   View Full Text »

Outcome

Bill Has Failed
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Comments

robert legge writes:

I am surprised to learn of this. Have I got this straight? A person caught with a joint can lose their driver's license for 6 months? You shouldn't even lose your license for 6 months even if it is found in your car. You should only lose it if you are found to be under the influence. But this is perhaps a start.

Posted 25 months ago.