Hager & Schwartz, P.A. is committed to representing clients who have been charged with misdemeanor and felony drug offenses in
Miami-Dade County,
Broward County,
Palm Beach County,
Fort Pierce,
Volusia County, and surrounding Florida counties. At Hager & Schwartz, P.A., our experienced drug crime attorneys will aggressively pursue the best possible outcome for every single one of our clients’ criminal cases. If you have been charged with a drug crime, like drug possession, call our criminal defense law firm today at
1-866-850-7575!
What is Drug Possession?
According to both Florida and federal law, it is illegal for any person to possess an unlawful controlled substance. Unlawful controlled substances include, but are not limited to: marijuana, heroin, cocaine, methamphetamines, LSD, Ecstasy, and unauthorized prescription medications. If a person is found to possess an illegal narcotic, he/she can be charged with drug possession. Additionally, a person can be charged with possession if he/she is found to possess precursor chemicals that are used to cultivate or manufacture illegal narcotics.
Common Types of Drug Possession Charges
Possession of Marijuana is typically filed as a first Degree Misdemeanor, which is punishable by up to one year in county jail. However, a conviction will result in the suspension of your drivers license for up to two years.
Possession of Cocaine/Controlled Substance is a third degree felony, which is punishable by up to five years in Florida State Prison. Our attorneys in some cases, may even be able to get you credit for time already served in jail with no further penalty.
Types of Drugs That Are Illegal for Possession in Florida:
- Marijuana
- Cocaine
- Crack
- Crystal Meth
- Hashish
- Ecstasy
- Oxycontin Methamphetamine
Difference Between Possession and Possession with Intent to Sell/Manufacture/Deliver
- Other Drug Crimes We Defend:
- Cultivation
- Importation
- Manufacturing
- Possession
- Possession for Sale
- Sale for Distribution
- Trafficking
- Transportation
- Under the Influence of Drugs
Drug Possession Penalties:
People who are convicted of drug possession will incur a variety of severe legal penalties. The legal penalties for drug possession include jail or prison time, monetary fines, probation, community service, mandatory drug treatment programs and, in some cases, driver’s license suspension. These legal penalties are very harsh and can adversely impact a person’s quality of life and future opportunities for years to come.
Have you been charged with Drug Possession?
If you have been charged with drug possession, you owe it to yourself to retain the services of a skilled drug crime defense attorney who will fight to protect both your rights and your future. Do not make the mistake of choosing to represent yourself when you are facing life-altering legal consequences. You need an experienced drug possession defense lawyer, like the lawyers at Hager & Schwartz, on your side. At Hager & Schwartz, we do whatever it takes to obtain the best possible outcome for your drug possession case.
Contact Hager & Schwartz, P.A. today to schedule your initial consultation and to speak with one of our knowledgeable drug possession defense attorneys!