Wrongful Possession Of A Controlled Substance In Fairfax
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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.
§ 18.2-248.03. Manufacturing, selling, giving, distributing, or possessing with intent to manufacture, sell, give, or distribute methamphetamine; penalty.
Code §18.2-250) can be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony.
Penalties for Drug Possession in Virginia Possession of a Schedule I or Schedule II drug is a Class 5 felony. The penalties for a Class 5 felony possession conviction can include up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $2,500. Possession of a Schedule III drug is a Class 1 misdemeanor.
Penalties for Drug Possession in Virginia Possession of a Schedule I or Schedule II drug is a Class 5 felony. The penalties for a Class 5 felony possession conviction can include up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $2,500. Possession of a Schedule III drug is a Class 1 misdemeanor.
The most basic drug related offense in California is Possession of a Controlled Substance (Health and Safety Code HSC § Section 11350(a)). Health and Safety Code §11350 makes it illegal to unlawfully possess any of a wide array of controlled substances.
Controlled Drugs Schedule I — drugs with a high abuse risk. These drugs have NO safe, accepted medical use in the United States. Schedule II — drugs with a high abuse risk, but also have safe and accepted medical uses in the United States. Schedule III, IV, or V — drugs with an abuse risk less than Schedule II.
