Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley has signed a legislation decriminalizing marijuana possession.
The state Senate gave final approval to the bill in a 34-8 vote, following which criminal penalties for possession of less than 10 grams of marijuana will be removed.
According to the Huffington Post, first-time offenders, carrying more than 10 grams of pot, will face fines up to 100 dollars, while a second offense will be punishable with a fine up to 250 dollars and subsequent offenses up to 500 dollars.
Additionally, the bill requires third-time offenders or offenders under the age of 21 to be evaluated for substance abuse problems, and to attend drug education classes.
O'Malley has previously expressed his opposition to legalizing marijuana.
However, earlier this month, O'Malley indicated his support for the decriminalization bill, the report added.
