HB 2871 reduces criminal penalties for marijuana possession and expands eligibility for community supervision programs. It lowers the charge for possessing two ounces or less of marijuana from a Class B misdemeanor to a Class C misdemeanor, eliminating the possibility of jail time for first-time offenders. Possession of up to 10 ounces would be classified as a Class B misdemeanor, while possession of up to 1 pound would remain a Class A misdemeanor. The bill also modifies eligibility requirements for certain probation programs and pretrial diversions, making them available to a wider range of low-level marijuana offenders. Additionally, the bill expands legal protections for individuals who seek emergency medical assistance for a possible drug overdose, preventing them from being charged with certain possession-related offenses under specified conditions​.