NY State — NY Penal Law

§ 222.45 — Unlawful sale of cannabis

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What is NY PL § 222.45?

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A person is guilty of unlawful sale of cannabis when he or she knowingly and unlawfully sells cannabis or concentrated cannabis. Unlawful sale of cannabis is a violation punishable by a fine of not more than two hundred fifty dollars.

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§ 222.45 Unlawful sale of cannabis

PL § 222.45

§ 222.45 Unlawful sale of cannabis.

A person is guilty of unlawful sale of cannabis when he or she knowingly and unlawfully sells cannabis or concentrated cannabis.

Unlawful sale of cannabis is a violation punishable by a fine of not more than two hundred fifty dollars.

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