What happens in minor cannabis offences?

• In the Australian Capital Territory if you found in possession of up to two cannabis plants or up to 25 grams of marijuana (cannabis plant material) you are likely to receive a $100 fine with 60 days to pay. You can attend a drug assessment and treatment program as an alternative to paying the fine.
• In South Australia possession of up to 100 grams of marijuana, 20 grams of hash (cannabis resin), one non-hydroponic plant or cannabis paraphernalia can result in a fine between $50 and $150 with 60 days to pay.
• In the Northern Territory an adult found in possession of up to 50 grams of marijuana, one gram of hash oil, 10 grams of hash or cannabis seed or two non-hydroponic plants can be fined $200 with 28 days to pay.
• In New South Wales if you found in possession of up to 15 grams of cannabis you may receive a police caution that includes information about the dangers of cannabis use. Two cautions are permitted to be given to a person before they are formally charged.
• In Victoria if you found in possession of no more than 50 grams of cannabis you may receive a police caution including the opportunity to attend a cannabis education program. Two cautions are permitted to be given to a person before they are formally charged.
• In Tasmania you can be given three cautions in a ten year period if you are found in possession of up to 50 grams of cannabis.
• In Queensland if you are found in possession of up to 50 grams of cannabis you have the option of diversion. Diversion is mandatory for minor offenders. Diversion includes a assessment and an intervention program. Diversion is only offered once per person.
• In Western Australia you will be required to attend a Cannabis Intervention Session within 28 days if you are caught in possession of less than 10 grams of cannabis or a used smoking implement and have no prior cannabis convictions.
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