Possession of marijuana or synthetic cannabinoids; amend penalties for certain convictions.

SB 2085 would change Mississippi law to treat possession of 30 grams or less of marijuana as a civil penalty (a fine) instead of a criminal offense, removing the possibility of jail time for this amount. It also eliminates the option for courts to impose jail sentences for second convictions involving small amounts of marijuana or synthetic cannabinoids (10 grams or less). Funds from these civil penalties would be directed to the local municipality or county where the fine was issued. The bill specifically targets low-level possession offenses, reducing criminal penalties for small quantities while redirecting penalty revenue to local governments.