General Information

In 2016, California passed Proposition 64 – the Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA) – legalizing recreational use of cannabis for adults 21 and older. The landmark legislation also reduced criminal penalties for specified marijuana-related offenses and authorized resentencing or dismissal and sealing of prior, eligible marijuana-related charges. Despite legalization, there are still specific State laws consumers and growers must follow to avoid violations and penalties. 

Clear Your Cannabis Record

Following the passage of Prop 64, CA Assembly Bill 1793 was adopted, thereby creating a statewide process for the automatic review of prior marijuana-related convictions that would qualify for reduced punishment or expungement. In California, all County District Attorney’s Offices were required to do so by July 1, 2020.

To learn how to find out if your record has been cleared, reference the California Courts Self-Help Guide. This guide provides information on what crimes were eligible for automatic review, how to access your RAP sheet to see if your record has been cleared, and how to file a petition if your record wasn’t automatically expunged. You can also contact the Los Angeles County Public Defender’s Office by phone at (323) 760-6763 for any inquiries into your cannabis record.