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Wrongful Possession Of A Controlled Substance In Arizona
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Controlled Substance Definitions in Arizona Narcotic Drugs – These substances are classified as natural or synthetic drugs and any substance that is a narcotic, such as opium, cannabis, heroin, LSD, pseudoephedrine and codeine.
A class 1 felony crime is the most serious type of crime in Arizona. Only two crimes in are class 1 felonies: first-degree murder and second-degree murder. First-degree murder is punishable by death or life imprisonment.
Penalties for Possession of Drugs in Arizona Possession of controlled dangerous substances can be charged as a Class 1 misdemeanor or a Class 3, 4, or 5 felonies in Arizona, depending on the type of drug possessed.
For example, you might be arrested for attempted possession of a controlled substance if you are caught trying to buy drugs from a drug dealer, but the drug dealer does not actually give you the drugs.
Federal Drug Mandatory Minimum Sentences for Possession For possession, you won't be required to serve a mandatory minimum sentence, unless you have a prior drug conviction from federal or another state jurisdiction, then you'll be sentenced to no less than 15 days of incarceration with a maximum of up to two years.
Federal law prohibits the unlawful manufacturing, distribution, use, and possession of controlled substances. Penalties depend on various factors, including the type and amount of the drug involved, and whether there is intent to distribute.
The reasons behind the control and regulation of these medicines include the danger of abuse, addiction, physical and mental harm, death, and unlawful drug trafficking. In Arizona, illegal possession or use of controlled substances without a prescription is considered a felony.