Marijuana
HRS 712-1249 — three grams or less is a violation with a $130 fine
Knowingly possessing any marijuana in any amount is promoting a detrimental drug in the third degree, a petty misdemeanor, except that possessing three grams or less is a violation, punishable by a fine of $130.
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 | Marijuana | Level |
|---|---|---|
| OffenseSecond degree | MarijuanaPossessing one ounce or more, or distributing any amount | LevelA misdemeanor |
| OffenseFirst degree | MarijuanaPossessing one pound or more; distributing one ounce or more; twenty five or more plants; or selling or bartering any amount | LevelA class C felony |
The same three offenses cover Schedule V substances, at their own amounts.
Sources for this section (3)
- HRS 712-1249 — Promoting a detrimental drug in the third degree
- HRS 712-1248 — Promoting a detrimental drug in the second degree
- HRS 712-1247 — Promoting a detrimental 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.