Possession of Marijuana - Revision history

Drew Jackson: /* If you are charged with possession over the legal limit */

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If you are charged with possession over the legal limit

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	At the trial, the '''prosecutor''' (also called Crown counsel), must prove three things beyond a reasonable doubt: '''knowledge''', '''consent''', and '''control'''. The prosecutor will argue that:		At the trial, the '''prosecutor''' (also called Crown counsel), must prove three things beyond a reasonable doubt: '''knowledge''', '''consent''', and '''control'''. The prosecutor will argue that:

	* you had '''control''' of the marijuana — for example, the police found it on you or your property (~~for example,~~ in your car, suitcase, or bedroom), and		* you had '''control''' of the marijuana — for example, the police found it on you or your property (such as in your car, suitcase, or bedroom), and
	* you '''knew''' it was there, and		* you '''knew''' it was there, and
	* you '''consented''' to having it there.		* you '''consented''' to having it there.

Drew Jackson at 18:49, 25 September 2023

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	Marijuana possession is now legal in British Columbia — within limits. There are still restrictions around how much you’re allowed, where you can use it, and how you can buy it.		Marijuana possession is now legal in British Columbia — within limits. There are still restrictions around how much you’re allowed, where you can use it, and how you can buy it.

Drew Jackson: /* Using marijuana for medical purposes */

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Using marijuana for medical purposes

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	===Using marijuana for medical purposes===		===Using marijuana for medical purposes===
	You’re allowed more marijuana If your health requires it. You can legally have '''up to 150 grams of dried cannabis''', or a 30-day supply, whichever is lower. And you can use it in public.		You’re allowed more marijuana if your health requires it. You can legally have '''up to 150 grams of dried cannabis''', or a 30-day supply, whichever is lower. And you can use it in public.

	But you must ''prove'' you need it. You have to get a note from your doctor. (That is, [https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-medication/cannabis/licensed-producers/sample-medical-document-marihuana-medical-purposes-regulations.html a medical document recommending cannabis to treat your symptoms].) Or else be [https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/registering-produce-cannabis-own-medical-purposes.html?_ga=2.5047220.662103097.1538403727-1930675482.1531945284 legally registered to either grow your own plants] or [https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-medication/cannabis/industry-licensees-applicants/licensed-cultivators-processors-sellers.html have someone grow them for you].		But you must ''prove'' you need it. You have to get a note from your doctor. (That is, [https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-medication/cannabis/licensed-producers/sample-medical-document-marihuana-medical-purposes-regulations.html a medical document recommending cannabis to treat your symptoms].) Or else be [https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/registering-produce-cannabis-own-medical-purposes.html?_ga=2.5047220.662103097.1538403727-1930675482.1531945284 legally registered to either grow your own plants] or [https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-medication/cannabis/industry-licensees-applicants/licensed-cultivators-processors-sellers.html have someone grow them for you].

Elena Renderos: /* Buying marijuana */

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Buying marijuana

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	===Buying marijuana===		===Buying marijuana===
	Cannabis is legally sold at licensed retailers and [https://www.bccannabisstores.com/ the BC government’s online store]. These places must prominently display their licence. All legal (non-medical) cannabis has an '''excise stamp'''. If you don’t see the distinctive British Columbia stamp on the package, the cannabis is illegal.		Cannabis is legally sold at licensed retailers and [https://www.bccannabisstores.com/ the BC government’s online store]. These places must prominently display their licence. All legal (non-medical) cannabis has an '''excise stamp'''. If you don’t see the distinctive British Columbia stamp on the package, the cannabis is illegal.
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Elena Renderos: /* Buying marijuana */

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	===Buying marijuana===		===Buying marijuana===
	Cannabis is legally sold at licensed retailers and [https://www.bccannabisstores.com/ the BC government’s online store]. These places must prominently display their licence. All legal (non-medical) cannabis has an '''excise stamp'''. If you don’t see the distinctive British Columbia stamp on the package, the cannabis is illegal.		Cannabis is legally sold at licensed retailers and [https://www.bccannabisstores.com/ the BC government’s online store]. These places must prominently display their licence. All legal (non-medical) cannabis has an '''excise stamp'''. If you don’t see the distinctive British Columbia stamp on the package, the cannabis is illegal.
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Elena Renderos: /* If you are charged with possession over the legal limit */

2020-09-16T04:12:19Z

If you are charged with possession over the legal limit

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	You and the prosecutor then summarize your positions by making '''submissions''' to the court.		You and the prosecutor then summarize your positions by making '''submissions''' to the court.

	For more on the process, [~~https://dialalaw.peopleslawschool.ca/defending-yourself-against-~~a~~-criminal-charge/~~ see our information on defending yourself against a criminal charge].		For more on the process, [[Defending Yourself Against a Criminal Charge\|see our information on defending yourself against a criminal charge]].

	===If you are convicted of possession over the legal limit===		===If you are convicted of possession over the legal limit===

Elena Renderos at 04:06, 16 September 2020

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Drew Jackson at 20:34, 25 March 2019

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	It is legal in British Columbia for adults to possess marijuana (up to certain quantities). There are restrictions on where you can use it and how you can buy it.		It is '''legal''' in British Columbia for adults to '''possess marijuana''' (up to certain quantities). There are restrictions on where you can use it and how you can buy it.

	==Understand your legal rights==		==Understand your legal rights==
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	:Web: [http://canada.ca/cannabis canada.ca/cannabis]		:Web: [http://canada.ca/cannabis canada.ca/cannabis]


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	It is legal in British Columbia for adults to possess marijuana (up to certain quantities). There are restrictions on where you can use it and how you can buy it.		It is legal in British Columbia for adults to possess marijuana (up to certain quantities). There are restrictions on where you can use it and how you can buy it.

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	===If you are charged with possession over the legal limit===		===If you are charged with possession over the legal limit===
	In responding to a charge of possessing cannabis over the legal limit, you must decide how to '''plead'''. [[Pleading Guilty to a Criminal Charge (~~Script~~ 212)\|Pleading guilty]] means you accept responsibility for the offence. Pleading “not guilty” means the court will set a '''trial'''.		In responding to a charge of possessing cannabis over the legal limit, you must decide how to '''plead'''. [[Pleading Guilty to a Criminal Charge (No. 212)\|Pleading guilty]] means you accept responsibility for the offence. Pleading “not guilty” means the court will set a '''trial'''.

	At the trial, the '''prosecutor''' (also called Crown counsel), must prove three things beyond a reasonable doubt: '''knowledge''', '''consent''' and '''control'''. The prosecutor does this by proving that:		At the trial, the '''prosecutor''' (also called Crown counsel), must prove three things beyond a reasonable doubt: '''knowledge''', '''consent''' and '''control'''. The prosecutor does this by proving that:
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	You and the prosecutor then summarize your positions by making '''submissions''' to the court.		You and the prosecutor then summarize your positions by making '''submissions''' to the court.

	For more on the process, see our information on [[Defending Yourself Against a Criminal Charge (~~Script~~ 211)\|defending yourself against a criminal charge (no. 211)]].		For more on the process, see our information on [[Defending Yourself Against a Criminal Charge (No. 211)\|defending yourself against a criminal charge (no. 211)]].

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	If it is your first offence, you can ask the prosecutor to be considered for '''diversion'''. This program diverts you out of the court system to complete a probation period that may include community service work or counselling (for example). Or, if you go before a judge for sentencing, you can ask for a '''discharge'''. Like diversion, a discharge allows you to avoid getting a '''[[Criminal Records and Record Suspensions (~~Script~~ 205)\|criminal record]]''', which can prevent you from traveling to other countries, getting certain jobs, and applying for citizenship.		If it is your first offence, you can ask the prosecutor to be considered for '''diversion'''. This program diverts you out of the court system to complete a probation period that may include community service work or counselling (for example). Or, if you go before a judge for sentencing, you can ask for a '''discharge'''. Like diversion, a discharge allows you to avoid getting a '''[[Criminal Records and Record Suspensions (No. 205)\|criminal record]]''', which can prevent you from traveling to other countries, getting certain jobs, and applying for citizenship.
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	:Web: [http://canada.ca/cannabis canada.ca/cannabis]		:Web: [http://canada.ca/cannabis canada.ca/cannabis]



	~~[updated October 2018]~~

	~~'''The above was last reviewed for legal accuracy by [https://www.paulbriggslawyer.com/blank-3 Paul Briggs], Paul Briggs Law.'''~~

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