Marijuana And Drugs
Neb. Rev. Stat. § 28-416 — an ounce or less is an infraction the first time, and other controlled substances a Class IV felony
| Marijuana possessed | The offense |
|---|---|
| Marijuana possessedOne ounce or less, first offense | The offenseAn infraction, a citation and a fine of three hundred dollars |
| Marijuana possessedOne ounce or less, second offense | The offenseA Class IV misdemeanor, a fine of four hundred dollars and up to five days |
| Marijuana possessedOne ounce or less, third and later | The offenseA Class IIIA misdemeanor, a fine of five hundred dollars and up to seven days |
| Marijuana possessedMore than one ounce, up to one pound | The offenseA Class III misdemeanor |
| Marijuana possessedMore than one pound | The offenseA Class IV felony |
Other controlled substances. Knowingly or intentionally possessing any other controlled substance without a prescription or other authority is a Class IV felony.
Selling, delivering or possessing with intent to deliver carries far heavier classes, and more near schools. A particular charge is a question for a licensed Nebraska attorney.
Sources for this section (1)
- Neb. Rev. Stat. § 28-416 — Prohibited acts; violations; penalties
Legal information, not legal advice. Verified as of October 2026. Applying it to a particular situation is the work of a licensed Nebraska attorney.