Drug Possession
HRS 712-1243 — three to twenty four pills, or 0.5 grams of methamphetamine, heroin, fentanyl or cocaine, is a class C felony
Possessing a dangerous drug in the first degree is knowingly possessing three to twenty four capsules, tablets or other dosage units containing a dangerous drug; 0.5 grams up to 3.53 grams of anything containing methamphetamine, heroin, morphine, cocaine or fentanyl; or 2.0 grams up to 6.99 grams containing any dangerous drug. It is a class C felony.
Who handles this in Hawaii: Hawaii State Bar Association, Lawyer Referral and Information Service; and legal aid programs and the state offices, listed in the Hawaii directory.
| Offense | Possessing | Distributing | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| OffensePromoting, second degree | PossessingTwenty five or more dosage units; one eighth ounce or more of methamphetamine, heroin, morphine, fentanyl or cocaine; one fourth ounce or more of any dangerous drug | DistributingAny dangerous drug in any amount | LevelA class B felony |
| OffensePromoting, first degree | PossessingOne ounce or more of methamphetamine, heroin, morphine, fentanyl or cocaine; one and one half ounce or more of any other | DistributingTwenty five or more dosage units; one eighth ounce or more of those five; three eighths ounce or more of any other; any amount to a minor, except methamphetamine; or manufacturing | LevelA class A felony |
The weights are the aggregate weight of the preparations, compounds, mixtures or substances containing the drug.
Sources for this section (3)
- HRS 712-1243 — Possessing a dangerous drug in the first degree
- HRS 712-1242 — Promoting a dangerous drug in the second degree
- HRS 712-1241 — Promoting a dangerous drug in the first degree
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Hawaii attorney.