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Bill to separate marijuana and alcohol possession for minors moves to committee hearing
Summary
Sen. Tom McIlver told the House Judiciary committee SB132 would split current minor‑in‑possession language so citations separately record alcohol, marijuana and other substances, enabling courts and youth services to collect clearer data without changing penalties.
Sen. Tom McIlver introduced Senate Bill 132 to the House Judiciary committee, saying the measure would separate existing minor‑in‑possession (MIP) language so officers and courts can distinguish marijuana from alcohol and other intoxicating substances.
McIlver told the committee the bill does not alter penalties. "We added two new sections — section 1 for alcohol and section 2…
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