Legislation could add class 1 and 2 marijuana misdemeanors Ian Price April 19, 2022 1 minute read New misdemeanor penalties for simple adult marijuana possession are currently set to go into law after amendments from Governor Youngkin, but cannabis legalization advocates tell WFIR’s Ian Price those measures will kill the legislation. Share: Post navigation Previous: UVA defensive coordinator gearing up for Saturday’s spring gameNext: Virginia Supreme Court hears Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center dispute Related Stories Governor defends existing Google data center deals amid Roanoke-area protests Ian Price April 30, 2026 Pediatric ABA Program for young children with autism arrives in Roanoke later this year Gene Marrano April 30, 2026 VA Drivers Raise $115,000 for the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation Emma Thomas April 30, 2026
New misdemeanor penalties for simple adult marijuana possession are currently set to go into law after amendments from Governor Youngkin, but cannabis legalization advocates tell WFIR’s Ian Price those measures will kill the legislation.
