Marijuana
Ala. Code § 13A-12-214 — possession for personal use is a Class A misdemeanor the first time
| Possessing marijuana | Offense | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Possessing marijuanaFor personal use only | OffenseSecond degree | GradeClass A misdemeanor |
| Possessing marijuanaFor personal use, after a prior conviction for personal use | OffenseFirst degree | GradeClass D felony |
| Possessing marijuanaFor other than personal use | OffenseFirst degree | GradeClass C felony |
Who handles this in Alabama: Alabama State Bar Lawyer Referral Service; and legal aid programs and the state offices, listed in the Alabama directory.
Each of these applies except as otherwise authorized by law. Selling or bringing in more than one kilo, or 2.2 pounds, is trafficking, with mandatory prison terms.
Sources for this section (3)
- Ala. Code § 13A-12-214 — Unlawful Possession of Marihuana in the Second Degree
- Ala. Code § 13A-12-213 — Unlawful Possession of Marihuana in the First Degree
- Ala. Code § 13A-12-231 — Trafficking in Cannabis, Cocaine, Illegal Drugs, Amphetamine, Methamphetamine, Synthetic Controlled Substances; Penalties
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Alabama attorney.