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Drug Possession in New Jersey: Know Your Penalties and Learn How to Defend Yourself
If you are facing drug possession charges in New Jersey, it is essential to familiarize yourself with the potential legal consequences. Possessing controlled substances like marijuana, heroin, morphine, Percocet, or other drugs can lead to hefty fines and even imprisonment. To navigate these challenging legal waters, you need an experienced attorney who understands how to defend your rights and minimize legal repercussions.
Defending Drug Possession Charges: Contact Todd Spodek at Spodek Law Group
At Spodek Law Group, we help clients facing drug possession charges. With a deep understanding of the law and a commitment to our clients’ interests, we have achieved successful outcomes for many individuals charged with drug possession offenses. Led by skilled attorney Todd Spodek, our team can provide you with the guidance you need to move forward productively and successfully.
Penalties for Drug Possession in New Jersey
New Jersey imposes significant legal consequences for drug possession crimes. The penalties vary depending on the type and quantity of drugs involved in the case. For example, possessing less than 50 grams of marijuana can result in up to six months in jail and a fine up to $1,000 as a disorderly persons offense.
Possession of other controlled substances may result in third-degree crimes that warrant imprisonment between three to five years and $35,000 fines up. Moreover, grading depends on the volume involved when selling or distributing drugs like cocaine or methamphetamines; such offenses could carry severe sentencing ranges from six months’ imprisonment (third-degree) mandatory parole disqualification between one-half and two-thirds term imposed up through first-degree charges carrying sentences up to 5-20 years of imprisonment plus terms of mandatory parole disqualification between 1/3 and 1/2 term imposed.
Working with knowledgeable attorneys like those at Spodek Law Group can be immensely helpful in navigating these complex legal circumstances.
Defenses to Drug Possession Charges
An attorney experienced in drug possession defense, like those at Spodek Law Group, will explore numerous avenues for defending against drug possession charges. Among the most common defenses are:
1. Lack of possession: This defense argues that the defendant did not possess the drugs in question.
2. Illegal search and seizure: This defense claims that the police conducted an illegal search and seizure in violation of your Fourth Amendment rights.
3. Valid prescription: The defendant may argue that they had a valid prescription for the drugs.
4. Planting of drugs: The defendant may argue that the drugs were planted by law enforcement.
If you are facing drug possession charges, it is crucial to work with attorneys who thoroughly investigate your case from every angle possible.
Possession of Specific Drugs
The penalties vary based on the type of drug involved in a drug possession charge. For instance, possessing any amount of cocaine or heroin results in a felony offense carrying three to five years imprisonment and fines up to $35,000. Possessing methamphetamine, LSD, PCP, MDMA, GHB or Ketamine constitutes similar felony offenses with penalties ranging from 3-5 years imprisonment plus up to $35k fines.
When it comes to prescription drugs like Adderall or Oxycontin and other CDS (controlled dangerous substances), authorities categorize them accordingly by schedules I – V classifications. Possession Schedule I involves heroin carrying heavier sentences ranging from three years’ imprisonment for first-time offenders up through twenty-years behind bars if they hold prior felony convictions on their records; whereas possessing Schedule III such as steroids carries lesser sentencing ranges from probation periods (for no priors) up to three-years incarceration (first time offender).
Secure Legal Help from Todd Spodek at Spodek Law Group
Facing drug possession charges can carry long-lasting impacts on your career, reputation, and freedom. Hence why it is vital to seek out an experienced attorney like Todd Spodek and his excellent team at Spodek Law Group, whose expertise in criminal defense can help you achieve the possible outcome.
Led by Todd Spodek’s legal knowledge, vast experience, and history of successful outcomes, our team investigates all possible avenues of defense for resolving drug possession charges’ challenging consequences effectively.
Contact Spodek Law Group Today
If you or a loved one is facing drug possession charges in New Jersey or immediate legal issues, do not wait to contact Spodek Law Group. We offer free consultations to discus your case, go over options with you and provide guidance on the course of action based in the circumstances. Call us today to set up an appointment and discover how we can support you during this difficult time.
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