An Overview of Drug Possession Laws
An Overview of Drug Possession Laws
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Possession of a Controlled Substance: Drug Possession Laws
What is a controlled substance? Learn about the penalties for drug possession and the laws in your state.
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Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Understand the legal definition, circumstances, and penalties for illegal possession of drug paraphernalia.
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A person can face felony charges for illegal drug possession based on aggravating factors or intent to sell. Learn how prosecutors prove felony drug possession cases.
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An overview of the consequences of being charged for cocaine possession or use, criminal penalties and sentencing that would apply, and how a lawyer may be able to help.
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Just like adults, juveniles who illegally possess drugs are in violation of the law. Minors under 18 will typically face their drug possession charges in juvenile delinquency court.
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Crystal Meth: Possession, Precursors, and Penalties
Possession of meth or its precursors can result in federal or state criminal charges.
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Heroin Possession: Charges, Penalties, and Defenses
A person who possesses heroin can face serious criminal penalties, including jail or prison time and substantial fines.
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Possession of LSD: Penalties and Defenses
Possession of LSD or acid is a very serious crime. Learn how the federal government and states penalize illegal LSD possession.
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Learn how federal and state laws penalize possession of Rohypnol (flunitrazepam).
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Illegally manufacturing drugs can involve participation in any stage of the process, from propagation and preparation to compounding and processing.
Drug Sale Laws
Drug Sale Laws
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Federal and State Drug Trafficking Laws
Contrary to popular belief, it's possible to "traffic" illegal substances even if you merely possess them.
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Understanding Drug Sale Laws and Penalties
Drug dealing is a crime not only in every state, but also one punished at the federal level.
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Selling Prescription Drugs Illegally
Licensed healthcare professionals, such as doctors or pharmacists, cannot knowingly sell or give prescription drugs to someone who does not have either a valid need or a valid prescription for the drugs.
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Sale and Possession of Oxycodone (OxyContin)
Learn how the federal government classifies and penalizes the illegal sale or possession of oxycodone (or OxyContin).
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Can I Go to Jail for Selling Fake Drugs?
Selling fake drugs can land you with serious criminal charges in state or federal court.
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Sale and Possession of Amphetamines: Criminal Penalties and Laws
Off-label use of amphetamines (typically Adderall) is a common drug crime. Learn the federal penalties for possession, sale, and theft of amphetamines.
Illegal Substances
Illegal Substances
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Possession of ecstasy, also known as X and Molly, can carry stiff penalties depending on where you live. Learn how possession of this Schedule I drug is typically penalized.
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Crack vs. Powder Cocaine: One Drug, Two Penalties
For decades, federal crack offenses resulted in longer prison sentences than powder cocaine offenses. Two federal laws reduced this sentencing disparity, but crack and powder cocaine offenses still are not treated equally in federal prosecutions.
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Learn about federal and state penalties for PCP possession.
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Penalties for Fentanyl-Related Crimes and Deaths
Many lawmakers and prosecutors are pushing for stiffer penalties for fentanyl-related crimes to combat the overdose crisis.
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Learn more about the legal status of Ketamine, from anesthetic to club drug to promising treatment for depression.
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Ayahuasca and DMT: Laws and Penalties for Possession
Ayahuasca is having a moment in the United States, but that doesn't make the drug legal.
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Psilocybin: Laws on Possessing and Growing Magic Mushrooms
For most purposes, psilocybin remains illegal to consume, possess, grow, or sell. That is the case under federal law and in most states. Learn more about the regulation of magic mushrooms.
