Florida Cultivation Laws & Legalities

While some states have legalized personal growing of marijuana, Florida has not.  It may seem like growing weed in Florida may not be that big of a deal, but it is still a serious charge. 

Cultivating Marijuana is a felony and can carry a lengthy prison sentence. Florida law views cultivation as a 3rd-degree felony, which carries a maximum jail sentence of 5 years as well as a $5000 maximum fine. If you are found in actual or constructive possession of a grow house and found in possession of more than 25 cannabis plants, your charge can become a 2nd-degree felony, punishable by up to fifteen years in prison. However, if minors are residing where as the plants are being cultivated, the cultivation offense may be classed as a 1st-degree felony. 

In addition, Cultivation of Cannabis is a charge that cannot be sealed or expunged.  While possession of Cannabis and even sale of Cannabis can be sealed or expunged in many circumstances, cultivation cannot. 

The attorneys at Friedman & Abrahamsen Law are well versed in Florida Cultivation Laws. If you have been charged or have legal concern about growing marijuana, contact our legal team immediately so we can start defending you immediately to try to ensure that the cultivation charge is modified, reduced, or dismissed. Request a free consult with our legal team below.