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Wrongful Possession Of A Controlled Substance In Hennepin
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A possession conviction never is an aggravated felony, with two exceptions: possession of flunitrazepam (a date-rape drug), and possession where a prior drug offense was pled or proved for recidivist sentencing purposes.
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.
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Intent to distribute in Alabama ups the range of penalties from simple possession (class C felony) to a class B felony. In Alabama, intent to distribute a controlled substance is charged typically by way of arrest on warrant and, sometimes, by way of indictment from a grand jury.
Simple possession, or possession of a controlled substance for personal use, is typically treated as a misdemeanor, especially for first-time offenders. Penalties may include up to one year in jail, probation, fines, and participation in a drug treatment program.
If you're wondering, “What are low-level drug offenders?” the simplest answer is someone who has committed a minor, non-violent offense, such as possessing a small amount of a controlled substance that has minimal risk of abuse and commonly accepted medical uses.
Mandatory Minimums for Drug Crimes SubstanceMinimumMaximum Trafficking 21 U.S.C. § 841(b)(1)(A)/960(b)(1) substances (e.g., 1 kilo or more of heroin) 10 years life if death or serious injury results 20 years life with prior drug felony conviction 20 years life27 more rows •