Marijuana Crimes in Illinois
Illinois law makes it illegal to possess, manufacture, distribute, or intend to distribute cannabis (more commonly known as marijuana). The penalties for marijuana possession, manufacture, sale, and distribution are as follows:
- 2.5 grams or less
- Possession: Class C misdemeanor (possible penalties include a maximum of 30 days in jail and up to $1,500 in fines)
- Manufacture/Sale/Distribution: Class B misdemeanor (up to 6 months in jail and/or a max fine of $1,500)
- Between 2.5 and 10 grams
- Possession: Class B misdemeanor (up to $1,500 in fines and/or 6 months in jail)
- Manufacture/Sale/Distribution: Class A misdemeanor (maximum $2,500 fine and/or 1 year in jail)
- Between 10 and 30 grams
- Possession: Class A misdemeanor (up to $2,500 and/or 1 year jail time)
- Manufacture/Sale/Distribution: Class 4 felony (up to $25,000 in fines and 1-3 years prison time)
- Between 30 and 500 grams
- Possession: Class 4 Felony (Maximum $25,000 fine and/or 1-3 years in prison)
- Manufacture/Sale/Distribution: Class 3 felony (2-5 years prison time and/or fines up to $55,000)
- Between 500 and 2,000 grams
- Possession: Class 3 Felony (up to $25,000 fine and 1-5 years prison time)
- Manufacture/Sale/Distribution: Class 2 felony (3-7 years prison time and/or possible fines up to $100,000)
- Between 2,000 and 5,000 grams
- Possession: Class 2 Felony (up to $25,000 in fines and 3-7 years prison time)
- Manufacture/Sale/Distribution: Class 1 felony (up to $150,000 in fines and 4-15 years in prison)
- More than 5,000 grams
- Possession: Class 1 Felony (up to $25,000 in fines and 4-15 years in prison)
- Manufacture/Sale/Distribution: Class X felony (Possible fines up to $200,000 and 6-30 years in prison)
Naperville Marijuana Attorney
As you can see, marijuana charges carry large fines and potential jail time. If you’re faced with any of the above offenses, a skilled Illinois defense attorney can walk you through your options and make sure your rights are upheld throughout the legal process.