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Cannabis: Possession
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It is unlikely that adults caught in possession of cannabis will be arrested. Most offences of possession result in a warning and confiscation of the drug. But some instances may lead to arrest and possible caution or prosecution, including:
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Under this bill, possession of small amounts of cannabis would remain illegal, but a fine would be rendered instead of a criminal charges being laid. In addition, this bill proposes to double the maximum penalties for growing cannabis.
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The police still have the power to arrest for possession of cannabis. However, the Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) has issued guidance to the police force that there should be a presumption against arrest where someone is in possession of a small amount of cannabis (that is, where it is clearly for personal use).
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