Wrongful Possession Of A Controlled Substance In Texas
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Illinois law generally classifies possession offenses as felonies, with the severity determined by the Schedule of the controlled substance involved. Class 4 Felony: Possession of a small amount of a Schedule I or II controlled substance.
Penalty Group 4: WeightClassification for PossessionPenalty for Possession 28-200G 3rd Degree Felony 2 to 10 years in. prison & possible fine not to exceed $10,000 200-400G 2nd Degree Felony 2 to 20 years in prison & possible fine not to exceed $10,000 >400G 1st Degree Felony 5 to 99 years in prison & fine not to exceed $50,0001 more row •
Schedule I drugs, substances, or chemicals are defined as drugs with no currently accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse. Some examples of Schedule I drugs are: heroin, lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), marijuana (cannabis), 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (ecstasy), methaqualone, and peyote.
The Federal Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act of 1970, more commonly known as the Controlled Substances Act, became effective on . This federal law contains 3 different titles.
7 Drug Categories (1) Central Nervous System (CNS) Depressants. CNS depressants slow down the operations of the brain and the body. (2) CNS Stimulants. (3) Hallucinogens. (4) Dissociative Anesthetics. (5) Narcotic Analgesics. (6) Inhalants. (7) Cannabis.
Under 21 U.S.C. § 844, simple possession refers to the unlawful possession of a controlled substance for personal use, without the intent to distribute. This statute is a key component of federal drug possession laws, focusing on the personal use of substances rather than distribution or trafficking.
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.
Penalty Group 1: WeightClassification for PossessionPenalty for Possession 4-200G 2nd Degree Felony 2 to 20 years in prison & possible fine not to exceed $10,000 200-400G 1st Degree Felony 5 to 99 years in prison & possible fine not to exceed $10,000 >400G Enhanced Felony 1 10 to 99 years in prison & fine not to exceed $100,0002 more rows •
What is the statute of limitation for Possession of Controlled Substance in Texas? Misdemeanor level Possession or Delivery of Drug Paraphernalia charges have a two-year limitations period. Felony level offenses have a three-year limitations period.
