Virginia:Summary

Decriminalized? — No.

Possession of any amount (first offense) is a misdemeanor, punishable by up to 30 days in jail and a $500 fine.

Possession of any amount (subsequent offenses) is a misdemeanor, punishable by up to 1 year in jail and a $2,500 fine.

Cultivation of any amount is a felony, punishable by 5-30 years in prison, with a $10,000 fine.

Distribution of less than .5 oz is a misdemeanor, punishable by 1 year in prison and a $2,500 fine.

Distribution of .5 oz to 5lbs is a felony, punishable by 1-10 years in prison and a $2,500 fine.

Distribution of 5lbs to 100kg is a felony, punishable by 5-30 years in prison and a $2,500 fine.

Distribution of more than 100kg is a felony, punishable by a mandatory sentence of 20 years in prison and a $1,000,000 fine.

Distribution to a minor is a felony, punishable by 10-50 years in prison, and a $100,000 fine.

Distribution within 1,000 feet of a school or other specified area is a felony, punishable by 1-5 years in prison and a $100,000 fine, in addition to related charges.

Transporting 5lbs or more into the state with intent to distribute is a felony, punishable by 5-40 years in prison, 3 years of which is mandatory, and a $1,000,000 fine.

Selling paraphernalia is a misdemeanor, punishable by 1 year in jail, and a $2,500 fine.

Selling paraphernalia to a minor is a felony, punishable by 1-5 years in prison, and a $2,500 fine.

Probation with deferred proceedings is possible for first offenders.

Any marijuana conviction results in the automatic suspension of driving privileges for 6 months.

The state allows conditional release or alternative diversion for people facing their first prosecution. After successfully completing probation, their criminal record does not reflect the charge.

Medical Program? — No.

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