Tampa Drug Possession Attorney
Defending Those Accused of Drug Possession in Tampa, FL
Being criminally charged with drug possession is an extremely serious criminal offense – both law enforcement and prosecutors are relentless in ensuring that all perpetrators are slapped with the harshest penalties possible. According to §893.12(6)(a), it is considered a criminal act for any person in the state to be in actual or constructive possession of a controlled substance – this is considered to a third-degree felony. This level of crime has serious penalties that include up to five years imprisonment and a monetary fine of $5000.
Should the person be found to be in possession of marijuana that is less than twenty grams, they will be facing a first-degree misdemeanor and be at risk of penalties that include the following:
- One year of incarceration; and
- Up to $1000 in monetary fines
If, however, they have marijuana in their possession that exceeds twenty grams, they will be facing a third-degree felony that has penalties that similar to a controlled substance such as cocaine, heroin and Ecstasy. Per state law, it is also considered a crime to be in possession of an unlawful chemical or drug paraphernalia. Even prescription drugs that were procured illegally are harshly punished.
Charged with drug possession? Our criminal defense firm could help!
When facing criminal charges for a drug crime, you need to be confident that you have a hard-hitting advocate on your side that will not be afraid of a fight. At Taracks, Gomez & Rickman, we are intimately knowledgeable about criminal law and are fully prepared to go the distance in our efforts to protect our clients. Should you work with a
Tampa criminal defense lawyer from our firm, you will be able to rest easier knowing that we will leave no stone unturned in our efforts to defend your freedom.
Contact a Tampa drug possession defense attorney from our firm to setup an initial case review and to discuss all of your legal options.