Cannabis Control Regulations 2004 (WA)
Western Australia
Cannabis Control Act 2003
Western Australia
Western Australia
Cannabis Control Act 2003Cannabis Control Act 2003
These regulations may be cited as the
These regulations come into operation on the day on which the
The modified penalty set out in Schedule 1 column 2 opposite the offence referred to in Schedule 1 column 1 is the prescribed modified penalty for that offence for the purposes of section 10 of the Act.
Schedule 2 Form 1 is prescribed for the purposes of section 8(1) of the Act.
Schedule 2 Form 2 is prescribed for the purposes of section 12(1) of the Act.
Schedule 2 Form 3 is prescribed for the purposes of section 18(2) of the Act.
(1) The warning notice in Schedule 3 is prescribed for the purposes of section 22 of the Act.
(2) The warning notice must be written in Helvetica font with —
(a) the words “Health Warning” in 60 point font size; and
(b) the other text in 36 point font size.
8. Cannabis education materials
The cannabis education materials set out in Schedule 4 are prescribed for the purposes of section 23 of the Act.
[r. 3]
Offence under section 5(1)(d)(i) of the | $100 |
Offence under section 6(2) of the | $100 |
Offence under section 6(2) of the | $150 |
Offence under section 7(2) of the | $200 |
[r. 4, 5 and 6]
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IF THE “ 1. You may elect to have this matter heard and determined by a court. To do this, complete the details in “ 2. You may, within 28 days after the service of this notice, pay the modified penalty (see “ Should you not pursue any of the above options within 28 days, additional administrative charges may be incurred and action may be taken to suspend your driver’s or vehicle licence until you have paid in full the modified penalty and any additional charges OR you have elected to have this matter dealt with before a court. IF THE “ 1. You may elect to have this matter heard and determined by a court. To do this, complete the details in “ 2. You may, within 28 days after the service of this notice, complete a cannabis education session (see “ | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
I elect to have the offence alleged in this notice dealt with by a court. I understand that I may receive a summons for the alleged offence. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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You may pay the modified penalty — 1. BY POSTING a cheque or money order made payable to [name and address]; OR 2. IN PERSON at any Australia Post Office/Agency during office hours. |
You may arrange to complete a cannabis education session by contacting the Department of Health “Health Info” booking line between 7.00 a.m. and 7.00 p.m. Monday to Friday on the number below: If you wish to arrange a cannabis education session, you are strongly advised to do so within 14 days of the issue of this notice in order to ensure that you can undertake the CES within 28 days as required by the Act. The CES will be booked with an authorised provider and you will be provided with — the time, date and venue of the CES; and the name and contact telephone number of that authorised provider. You must ensure that you have a pen and paper to write down these details as no further reminders will be issued. Any inquiries after the initial booking should be made directly to the authorised provider on the contact telephone number provided. In extenuating circumstances the authorised provider may reschedule a CES to another date, but this date must be within 28 days of the issue of this notice. You must take a copy of this notice to the CES. You must complete the entire CES. If you arrive at the CES under the influence of alcohol or other drugs you will not be permitted to undertake the session. |
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[r. 7]
Cannabis may cause serious health and psychological problems. It is particularly dangerous to drive or operate machinery whilst under the influence of cannabis. |
[r. 8]
Cannabis, hashish and hashish oil come from the Cannabis sativa plant. This plant contains the chemical THC, which affects mood.
Cannabis — dried greenish‑brown leaves or flowers of the plant.
Hashish — brown to black resin.
Hashish oil — reddish brown oil.
Cannabis is most commonly smoked as a joint or through a bong, but is occasionally cooked and eaten in foods.
The immediate effects of
t Loss of concentration t Impaired balance t Slower reflexes t Increased appetite | t Increased heart rate t Feeling of wellbeing t Loss of inhibitions |
The immediate effects of
t Confusion and anxiety t Restlessness t Detachment from reality | t Hallucinations t Paranoia t Panic attacks |
The effects of
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the drug is central to a person’s life
the user has trouble cutting down his or her use
the user experiences symptoms of withdrawal when he/she tries to cut down.
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It is safer not to use cannabis at all. However, if someone does, remember:
t Some people have panic attacks when they get “stoned”. If this happens, call for help immediately and reassure them it will pass. Because of this, users should not be left alone as they can often find themselves in dangerous situations.
t Cannabis, like alcohol, slows reflexes, affecting reaction time and ability to carry out normal functions such as driving, swimming and operating machinery.
It is illegal to possess, use, supply or manufacture Cannabis. Serious penalties can apply.
t Alcohol and Drug Information Service
Confidential 24 hour information, counselling and referral.
Telephone (08) 9442 5000
Toll free 1800 198 024 (country callers)
t For additional copies of this resource call (08) 9222 2045.
9 Mar 2004 p. 717-30 | 22 Mar 2004 (see r. 2 and | |
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