Small drug possession is classified as a misdemeanor crime. The penalty for a misdemeanor crime is far less severe than a felony. However, every state has different laws and penalties regarding drug possession.
Answer: Drug Possession is an offence under Section 10(1) of the Drug Misuse and Trafficking Act. The maximum penalty is 2 years in prison and/or a fine of $2,200. You will avoid a criminal record and a fine if you are able to achieve a Section 10 Dismissal or a Non-Conviction Conditional Release Order.
