Marijuana Conviction Expungement - What You Need to Know

Marijuana Decriminalization has been expanded in New York effective August 30th, 2019. While possession of marijuana is still illegal and can result in arrest and prosecution, possession of up to 2 ounces is no longer a crime, but rather a non-criminal violation. Additionally, any past convictions for violation possession (PL 221.05) or “B” Misdemeanor possession (PL 221.10) which occurred before the effective date of the statute are now subject to expungement from clients past criminal records. Here's what you need to know: https://legalaidbuffalo.org/2019/08/0...