Idaho House Advances Bill Imposing $300 Minimum Fine for Cannabis Possession

LOS ANGELES- The Idaho House of Representatives has passed House Bill 7, which mandates a minimum fine of $300 for adults convicted of possessing three ounces or less of cannabis. Rep. Bruce Skaug (R-Nampa) introduced the bill, which aims to establish a consistent penalty for low-level cannabis offenses.

Under the proposed legislation, individuals aged 18 and older found in possession of up to three ounces of cannabis would face a mandatory minimum fine of $300 upon conviction. Those under 18 would be exempt from this penalty.

The bill has now moved to the Idaho Senate for consideration. If enacted, it would standardize fines for minor cannabis possession offenses across the state.

This legislative development occurs as neighboring states have adopted more lenient cannabis policies, highlighting Idaho’s continued strict stance on cannabis possession.