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NJ XANAX POSSESSION – CHARGES AND PENALTIES IN NEW JERSEY

Defend Yourself Against Xanax Charges by Contacting Todd Spodek Law Firm
Xanax is a prescription medication that contains alprazolam, a commonly prescribed drug to manage anxiety and panic attacks. However, Xanax is also notorious for its potential for abuse and addiction. It is a benzodiazepine and can act as a sedative and muscle relaxant. Despite being prescribed for medical use, Xanax has several street names like Bars, Handlebars, Footballs, or Sticks due to its widespread misuse.
If you face charges of Xanax possession, prescription forgery or fraud, or any related crime, the attorneys at Todd Spodek Law Firm can help you with over 15 years of experience and two former prosecutors. We are available round-the-clock to provide free consultation services. Call us at 212-300-5196 right now!
Understanding the Xanax Charges
Xanax is not only a prescription drug but also a controlled substance established under DEA’s Schedule IV list because it has recognizable potential for misuse or abuse. Possession of Xanax without having a valid prescription from an authorized practitioner constitutes as third-degree felony in New Jersey. If you get caught with this medicine without proof of your legal right to have it raises suspicion about the illegal intent behind owning it in the first place.
Holding more quantity than required with an available prescription will also prompt prosecution over illegal possession.
Possession of Xanax with an intent to distribute/sell means having the drug available for sale or distribution which amounts to higher levels of offense leading to more profound consequences that may considerably affect your life – professionally personally and socially.
Penalties for Possessing & Intenting Distribution of Xanax
Several offenses arise from possessing/using/distributing/selling/offering drugs take up different penalty levies based on specific conditions met by individual participants.

Xanax Penalties

Offenses Related to Xanax
Penalties (In New Jersey)

Possession of Xanax without a valid prescription
Fines – Up to $35,000,
Imprisonment – Up to 5 years

Possession with intent to distribute Xanax
Fines – Up to $75,000,
Imprisonment – 5-10 years

Having the purpose to sell or distribute a considerable amount of Xanax
Fines- Up to $300,000,
Imprisonment- 10-20 years

The penalties detailed above are severe and have a disastrous impact on all facets of life. You may face fines or get imprisoned for years on charges related to distribution or significant sales of Xanax. Other consequences include probation, parole, loss of your professional license or reputation, and putting other liberties at risk.
Call Todd Spodek now!
If you face possession, distribution or prescription-forgery/fraud charges in connection with Xanax misuse & abuse, you need a skilled criminal defense attorney who knows New Jersey law inside out. At Todd Spodek Law Firm in New York City, we provide customized services tailored explicitly to your case’s needs with affordable fees making our assistance accessible notwithstanding your financial situations. We analyze every detail of your case and develop a winning strategy that caters to stand up against those allegations. Contact us today at 212-300-5196; we offer you an initial consultation at no cost.
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