Last verified: May 2026
The Statutory Framework
N.D.C.C. ch. 19-03.4 governs drug paraphernalia. The penalties are tiered based on the type of paraphernalia and the underlying drug category:
Marijuana-Ingestion Paraphernalia
Possession of paraphernalia to ingest/inhale marijuana (pipes, bongs, rolling papers used with marijuana, vaporizers, etc.) = criminal infraction, up to $1,000 fine. Aligns with the 2019 HB 1050 first-offense possession framework.
Cultivation/Manufacture Paraphernalia
Possession of paraphernalia to plant, propagate, cultivate, harvest, manufacture, or process marijuana = Class A misdemeanor (360 days / $3,000). Reflects the felony-level cultivation prohibition.
Non-Marijuana Schedule I/II/III Paraphernalia
Possession of paraphernalia for a non-marijuana Schedule I/II/III drug = Class C felony (5 years / $10,000) on first offense if used to manufacture or analyze.
Manufacture, Delivery, or Advertisement of Paraphernalia
Manufacture, delivery, or advertisement of paraphernalia = Class A misdemeanor.
Sale or Delivery to a Minor
Sale or delivery of paraphernalia to a minor = Class C felony.
Patient Status
Compassionate Care Act patients may possess program-licensed product and program-compliant paraphernalia. Cultivation paraphernalia (regardless of patient status) faces felony exposure given the no-home-grow rule.
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