Possession of Drugs and Defense of Possession of Drugs Charges
In most cases Possession of Drugs is a felony offense with a potential sentence of up to twenty years on a first offense, depending on the drug possessed. Simple possession consists of having actual possession or constructive possession of the drug. Actual possession occurs when the drugs are on your person or are otherwise directly linked to your possession of them. Constructive possession occurs when you are in the vicinity of drugs and the circumstances tend to indicate that you have the ability to exercise control over the drugs. An example of actual possession is having the drugs in your pocket. An example of constructive possession would occur where several people are in a car and drugs are found in the console of the car.
Possession of Marijuana
Possession of Marijuana can be either a felony or a misdemeanor. Possession of less than one ounce of marijuana is considered a misdemeanor offense. However, possession of more than an ounce of marijuana is a felony offense. If you are convicted of possession of marijuana your driver’s license will be suspended and you will be subject to either the misdemeanor or felony sentencing provisions for possession of marijuana.
Possession of Methamphetaime, Cocaine, Heroin and other Narcotics
Possession of Methamphetamine, Cocaine and Heroin are all felony possession charges. Law enforcement officers know what to look for and where to look when they are searching you, your car or your home for possession of these drugs. With felony sentencing provisions for a conviction of possession, you need a criminal defense attorney on your side and fighting for your rights. A careful analysis for suppression issues, such as illegal search and seizure is absolutely required with possession of drug cases.
Possession of Narcotic Pills
The possession of narcotic pills has become prevalent in this day and age. Many believe that possession of pills is safer or more difficult for law enforcement to detect. However, without a valid prescription, if you are caught in possession of narcotic pills you will be facing felony possession charges
E. Logan Butler - Criminal Defense of Possession Charges
Logan Butler is a criminal defense attorney with experience defending possession charges. He has extensive experience in evaluating cases for suppression issues and filing Motions to Suppress as a defense to possession charges. Many times, possession of drug cases are won or lost at the Motion to Suppress stage. You need an experienced criminal defense attorney fighting for your rights and defending your possession of drug charge. Contact Logan Butler today to discuss your possession of drug case.
