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Hennepin County District Court – Criminal and Traffic Division
300 South 6th Street, C-11, Minneapolis, MN 55487
(612) 348-6000
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Defense for cannabis & thc charges matters in Plymouth and Hennepin County.
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Cannabis & THC Charges Defense in Plymouth, Minnesota
Plymouth cases often involve busy professionals and families looking to resolve matters efficiently and protect their records. Early legal guidance can help reduce disruption and avoid long-term consequences.
Minnesota allows adult-use cannabis, but legalization did not eliminate every cannabis-related offense. Andrew Davis helps clients understand how the facts of a THC or marijuana case fit Minnesota law, including possession limits, shared spaces, vehicle rules, searches, alleged impairment, and statements made to law enforcement. The question is often not simply whether cannabis is legal, but whether the circumstances surrounding the possession, transportation, or use were lawful.
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Plymouth Court and Local Resources
Plymouth is located in Hennepin County and served by the Minnesota Fourth Judicial District. Confirm the location listed on your court notice before appearing, because Hennepin County criminal matters may be assigned to different court facilities.
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Plymouth Police Department
3400 Plymouth Boulevard, Plymouth, MN 55447
(763) 509-5160
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Official court information for Hennepin County, including court programs, policies, and contacts.
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Understanding Cannabis & THC Charges in Plymouth
Minnesota criminal law applies statewide, but the court process, local agency records, and practical details of a case depend on where it is filed. The information below explains important issues Andrew reviews when defending cannabis & thc charges cases.
Cannabis Is Legal in Minnesota — But Legal Does Not Mean Unlimited
Minnesota permits adult-use cannabis for people age 21 and older, but legalization came with limits on possession, transportation, use, and driving. A person can legally purchase cannabis and still face legal problems if the amount exceeds the permitted limit, the product is stored unlawfully in a vehicle, the person is under 21, the circumstances suggest an unlawful sale, or law enforcement alleges the person was impaired while driving. Andrew's approach starts with the details of the situation rather than assuming that the word 'legal' ends the analysis.
Minnesota Cannabis Possession Limits for Adults 21 and Older
Under Minnesota's adult-use rules, the legal limits depend on the type of cannabis product and where it is possessed. Current law generally allows:
- Up to 2 ounces of adult-use cannabis flower in a public place
- Up to 2 pounds of adult-use cannabis flower in a private residence
- Up to 8 grams of adult-use cannabis concentrate
- Edible cannabis products and lower-potency hemp edibles containing a combined total of up to 800 milligrams of THC
- Gifting cannabis within the legal possession limits to another person age 21 or older when nothing of value is exchanged
Cannabis in a Vehicle: Location and Packaging Matter
Minnesota's cannabis open-package law makes vehicle cases more complicated than simply asking whether the cannabis was legally purchased. Using cannabis in a motor vehicle on a street or highway is prohibited. Opened, partially used, removed-from-original-packaging, or improperly packaged cannabis can also create a criminal issue when it is kept in the passenger area of a private vehicle. The law provides exceptions for packages stored in a trunk or, when there is no trunk, another area not normally occupied by the driver or passengers. In a real case, Andrew looks closely at where the product was located, who had access to it, whether the packaging complied with the law, and who was actually driving.
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Plymouth Cannabis & THC Charges FAQ
How much cannabis can an adult legally possess in Minnesota?
Minnesota law generally allows a person age 21 or older to possess or transport up to two ounces of adult-use cannabis flower in a public place and to possess up to two pounds of cannabis flower in a private residence. Separate limits apply to concentrates and edible products: up to eight grams of adult-use cannabis concentrate and edible or lower-potency hemp products containing a combined total of up to 800 milligrams of THC. The exact facts and product involved still matter.
Can I get in trouble for cannabis that I legally purchased?
Yes. A legal purchase does not make every later use, possession, or transportation lawful. The amount, form of the product, age of the person possessing it, where it is located, whether packaging has been opened, and whether someone is driving can all affect the legal analysis.
Can I have cannabis in my car in Minnesota?
Minnesota has an open-package law for cannabis in private motor vehicles on streets and highways. Opened, partially used, removed-from-original-packaging, or otherwise noncompliant cannabis products can create criminal exposure when kept in the passenger area. The law includes exceptions for items stored in a trunk or, in a vehicle without a trunk, an area not normally occupied by the driver or passengers.
Can I be charged with DWI for driving after using cannabis in Minnesota?
Yes. Minnesota law prohibits driving, operating, or being in physical control of a motor vehicle while under the influence of cannabis or THC. Unlike alcohol, the issue is not simply whether cannabis was legally purchased or possessed. The state may focus on alleged impairment, driving behavior, officer observations, testing, and other surrounding evidence.
What if the cannabis was found in a shared vehicle or belonged to someone else?
Location alone does not always answer who possessed an item. Andrew looks at where the cannabis was found, who owned or controlled the area, who had access, what statements were made, how the product was packaged, and what other evidence connects it to a particular person.
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