What happens if you are caught with illegal drugs?

Taking illegal drugs or other such substances means that you are breaking the law. Being convicted of a drug offence will result in a criminal record for life. Should the police find you in possession of illegal drugs, the law is unlikely to show you much mercy.

Is there a diversion program for illegal drugs?

Many states allow diversion for first-time offenders charged with simple possession of illegal drugs. Diversion allows offenders to maintain a clean criminal record by pleading guilty and then completing a prescribed substance abuse program and not committing additional offenses.

What’s the maximum penalty for consuming Controlled Drugs?

The penalty for consuming either controlled or specified drugs is a maximum of 10 years’ imprisonment, or a fine of $20,000 or both. This is the same as the maximum penalty for possession. While the list of specified drugs is a subset of the list of controlled drugs, the distinction is important in terms of punishment for repeat offending.

How does the government prove possession of a controlled substance?

Generally, for a possession conviction, the government (usually in the form of a district attorney) must prove that the accused person: knowingly and intentionally possessed a controlled substance. without a valid prescription, and. in a quantity sufficient for personal use or sale.

Who was the doctor who prescribed controlled substances?

Adams continually prescribed Controlled Substances to drug dependent individuals. AGRAWAL, Pankaj, MD Sicklerville NJ 06-27-2008 03-25-2009 Pled Guilty

What’s the minimum sentence for a drug crime?

Mandatory Minimums for Drug Crimes Substance Minimum Maximum killing in furtherance 20 years life/death Unless a higher minimum applies, distrib 1 year 2x usual penalty repeat offender 3 years 3x for repeat offenders Unless a higher minimum applies, distrib 1 year 2x usual penalty

How does the prosecution prove possession of a controlled substance?

However, the prosecution doesn’t have to show that the accused knew that the drugs were controlled or that possession in this circumstance was illegal. Prosecutors only need to prove that the accused knew the drugs were present and intended to use or control them.

How is the penalty for drug dealing determined?

Generally, the penalties for drug dealing are determined by the type of drug sold, the amount of the drug that was sold, and the number of prior offenses of the defendant, if any. In some cases, even if a person didn’t intend to sell drugs, they will be presumed to be selling if they have over a certain amount of the drug in their possession.