HB 344-FN is a bill in New Hampshire that would allow adults to possess and cultivate limited amounts of cannabis. Adults would be allowed to possess up to 3/4 of an ounce of cannabis, 5 grams of hashish, and certain cannabis-infused products. They would also be able to cultivate up to 6 cannabis plants in a secure location that is not visible from other properties. Adults would be allowed to give cannabis to other adults, as long as it is within the possession limits. Smoking or vaporizing cannabis in public would be punishable by a $100 fine. Violations of the cultivation restrictions would be punishable by a fine of up to $750. The bill also allows adults to possess, make, and sell cannabis accessories to other adults.

The bill also includes provisions related to the possession of cannabis by individuals under the age of 21. It states that anyone under 21 who possesses 3/4 of an ounce or less of cannabis will be guilty of a violation. The bill also establishes fines for violations of these possession laws, with the possibility of more severe penalties for repeat offenders. The bill also includes provisions related to law enforcement procedures and the collection of data on cannabis violations. It states that individuals in possession of cannabis may be arrested if they fail to produce identification or provide their personal information to a police officer. The bill also establishes a fund for substance abuse prevention programs and limits public access to records related to cannabis violations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 265-A:43, 318-B:2-c, 318-B:26, 318-C:4