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Cannabis Laws in California

Sacramento Cannabis Lawyer with Over a Decade of Experience

Cannabis is a new field of law. While before it was strictly illegal and off limits to anyone and everyone, there are now rules that specify who can be in possession and how much they can possess at a given time. Your ability to legally own cannabis is important to understand, especially if you were charged with a drug crime involving the substance. At Donato Legal Group, our Sacramento marijuana crime defense lawyer has the experience, in-depth knowledge, and insights to help you protect your business. If you were charged with a crime involving cannabis, get help from our team.

Get started on building your legal strategy. Dial (916) 318-5997 now or contact Donato Legal Group online for a consultation about your case.

Who Can Possess Marijuana?

Thanks to the recent Prop 64 laws, people over 21 are able to buy cannabis without a medical recommendation. This means that so long as you are not in possession of an amount over the legal limit, you are operating within the law. However, this does not stop some police officers from alleging that you were doing something illegal. It is important that you have the help of an experienced legal representative on your side to help you prove your innocence.

In California, it is illegal to use marijuana while:

Driving a car
Visiting a public place that is not licensed for cannabis consumption
At a school, daycare center, or youth center

You are also prohibited from growing marijuana anywhere that is visible to the public. You also cannot provide marijuana to anyone under the age of 21. The legal possession amount is 28.5 grams, which is about 1 ounce.

What are the Penalties for the Unlawful Cultivation of Marijuana?

Under Proposition 64, it is lawful for adults over the age of 21 to grow up to six marijuana plants. Unlawful cultivation of marijuana (6 plants or more) is a misdemeanor charge and punishable by up to 6 months in jail and a $500 fine.

How We Can Help

Attorney Alan Donato has experience with some of the earliest iterations of California’s cannabis laws. He is a member of Americans for Safe Access and the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana Laws, giving him extensive insights on how the law affects people. His understanding of cannabis statutes has helped him build strong cases for his clients. If you were arrested on cannabis charges, Donato Legal Group may be able to help you have those charges reduced or, in some cases, even dropped.

During your consultation, we will work with you to understand what happened and how to proceed with your defense. County, state, and federal prosecutors may be assigned to your case, and they will do what they can to secure a conviction. You need someone on your side who can help you stand strong and protect yourself. Call Donato Legal Group today to get started.

Dial (916) 318-5997 now and schedule your consultation with our firm.

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Meet the Team

Alan Donato
Aggressively Protecting Client Rights Alan J. Donato received his Juris Doctorate from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, where he graduated Order of the Coif (top 10% of the class) with Great Distinction and was certified in Oral Advocacy. Mr. Donato was also inducted into the Order of the Barristers for high honor in trial skills and courtroom advocacy. For eight years after graduating, Mr. Donato trained young lawyers as an adjunct professor of trial advocacy at McGeorge ...

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Tiffany Wynn
Legal Assistant, Donato Legal Group Tiffany is the legal assistant, jack-of-all-trades, and right hand person to Alan Donato. Tiffany is a proud alumna of the University of Puget Sound where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Abstract Mathematics and U.S. Politics and Government. Tiffany graduated with distinction from the University of Pacific, McGeorge School of Law, where she met her then-mock trial coach Alan Donato, who quickly became her mentor and close friend. Tiffany’s passion is ...

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Iryna Kylyushyk
Iryna Kylyushyk is a provisionally licensed attorney at Donato Legal Group. Mrs. Kylyushyk focuses on civil litigation, with an emphasis on personal injury. Mrs. Kylyushyk is dedicated to achieving the highest level of success for her clients. Fluent in English, Ukrainian, and Russian she is able to communicate with wide range of client’s and provide effective representation. When not in the office, Iryna enjoys spending time with her family and traveling.

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Tiangay Kemokai
Of Counsel

Ms. Kemokai is a gifted attorney with extensive experience successfully litigating writs and appeals, as well as, all aspects of complex civil litigation from mass torts to putative class action lawsuits. During her tenure at McGeorge School of Law, she was on the Dean’s Honor Roll and held the most coveted positions: Editor-in-Chief of the Global Business & Development Law Journal, Member of the McGeorge Mock Trial Competition Team, and Student-member of the Kennedy Inn of Courts.

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Keith Staten
Of Counsel

Keith Staten has expertise in all DUI and DMV related matters. He earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law in 1992. After beginning his career at the Sacramento County Public Defender’s Office, Mr. Staten left to pursue private criminal defense in 1994. Between 2001 and 2007, Mr. Staten was Senior Staff Counsel for the California Department of Motor Vehicles. There he reviewed DUI legislation and managed all writ litigation throughout the State of ...

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