Illinois Compiled Statutes 725 ILCS 5/115-23 – Admissibility of cannabis
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In a prosecution for a violation of subsection (a) of Section 4 of the Cannabis Control Act or a municipal ordinance for possession of cannabis that is punished by only a fine, cannabis shall only be admitted into evidence based upon:
(1) a properly administered field test; or
(2) opinion testimony of a peace officer based on
(1) a properly administered field test; or
Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 725 ILCS 5/115-23
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
- Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
(2) opinion testimony of a peace officer based on
the officer’s training and experience as qualified by the court.
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