The possession, sale, distribution, or transfer of marijuana in the amount of 35 grams or less or hashish in the amount of five grams or less is unlawful, except in the usual course of business or practice, or in the performance of their official duties by the following persons:
(A) Persons licensed under the provisions of RSMo. Chapters 330, 332, 334, 335, 338, and 340;
(B) Persons who procure controlled substances:
(1) For handling by or under the supervision of persons employed by them, who are licensed under the provisions of RSMo. Chapters 330, 332, 334, 335, 338, and 340; or
(2) For the purpose of lawful research, teaching, or testing and not for resale.
(C) Hospitals and other institutions which procure controlled substances for lawful administration by persons described in division (A) above;
(D) Officers or employees or appropriate enforcement agencies of federal, state, or local governments, pursuant to their duties in enforcing the provisions of this chapter;
(E) Manufacturers and wholesalers of controlled substances;
(F) Carriers and warehousemen handling or distributing controlled substances or drugs; or
(G) Persons using controlled substances for medical purposes upon the written prescription or personal dispensation by a person licensed under the provisions of RSMo. Chapters 330, 332, 334, 335, 338, and 340.
(Ord. 88-10, passed 2-15-1988) Penalty, see § 130.99