SB 145 VA
Marijuana field test; testimony as to the results; consuming, etc., while in a motor vehicle.
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Summary
This bill would modify provisions governing marijuana field tests and their use in legal proceedings. Marijuana field tests are roadside screening tests conducted by law enforcement to detect the presence of marijuana. The bill would amend rules about how testimony regarding field test results can be presented in court. The bill would also establish or modify provisions governing the possession or consumption of marijuana or marijuana products while in motor vehicles or on public school grounds.
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Official abstract
A BILL to amend and reenact § 19.2-188.1 of the Code of Virginia, relating to marijuana field test; testimony as to the results; consuming or possessing marijuana or marijuana products while in a motor vehicle or on public school grounds.
Sponsor (1)
- Ryan T. McDougle Republican · primary
Action history (4)
- Jan 7, 2026 Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26101104D · upper
- Jan 7, 2026 Referred to Committee for Courts of Justice · upper
- Jan 28, 2026 Continued to next session in Courts of Justice (13-Y 0-N) · upper
- Jul 21, 2026 Continued from last session · upper
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