POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE


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In Pennsylvania, charges for marijuana possession vary according to the amount of the drug and the amount of any previous offenses. According to 35 P.S. § 780-113(a)(31)(i), simple possession is charged as a misdemeanor. Penalties involve the following:

Less than 30 grams: up to 30 days in jail and fines of up to $500

More than 30 grams: up to a year in prison, a maximum of $5,000 in fines, and license suspension for up to 6 months

For offenders who have already been convicted of a drug-related crime, penalties are usually doubled.

Possession with Intent

If you are found with more than 30 grams of marijuana, then you are at significant risk of being charged with possession with intent to distribute. This charge is a felony with much more severe consequences.

Less than 30 grams with no payment

Misdemeanor

Up to 30 days in jail

$500 in fines

Less than 1,000 pounds

Felony

Between 1-3 years in jail

$5,000-$25,000 in fines

More than 1,000 pounds

Felony

Up to 10 years in jail

Up to $100,000 in fines

Similarly, to simple possession, charges may be aggravated if the offender has previous convictions for a drug-related offense. Marijuana possession charges can have a significant impact on your future if you are convicted. Don’t take a chance by defending yourself. Retain the services of an experienced drug lawyer in Harrisburg at Crisp and Associates, LLC.