HB1432 aims to align cannabis penalties for minors (under 21) with those for alcohol by replacing criminal charges with a restorative civil framework, emphasizing warnings and social service referrals to prioritize education and support over punitive legal measures.

New bill proposes restorative approach for Virginia youth cannabis penalties

Feb 9, 2026

Editorial Staff

Outlaw Report

HB1432 seeks to align cannabis penalties for minors with those for alcohol
by replacing criminal charges with a restorative civil framework. Under
this bill, individuals under 21 would receive a series of warnings and
social service referrals rather than facing arrests, criminal records, or
the loss of driving privileges. The goal is to prioritize education and
support over punitive legal measures for youth.

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