United Kingdom Marijuana Laws - Cannabis Legal Status in United Kingdom
Offences and penalties related to personal use
Cannabis-related offences, such as possession, are punishable by up to two years' imprisonment; police may warn instead of prosecuting, and courts may apply fines, probation or community service.
Legislation
Misuse of Drugs Act 1971 s.5; ACPO Cannabis Enforcement Guidance
Level of prosecution
There is a presumption against arrest. However, if there is public use, repeated offending, a local policing problem, or a risk to minors, police are guided to arrest.
Distinguished from other substances? How?
Distinction by law (class of substance) and police guidance (specific to cannabis)
Notes
In January 2004, cannabis was reclassified to Class C. Police powers of arrest, not normal for possession of Class C drugs, are retained, for use in certain circumstances. Penalties for possession with intent to supply remain at up to 14 years in prison.
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