DRUG CRIMES
Below you will find a list of some of the most common drug crimes. All references are to the Health and Safety Code (HS) and Business and Professions Code (BP). Click on each crime to learn more about their definitions, penalties, and how Jennifer Monroe can help you.
The summary is intended to give you an overview of what you may be facing, but does not include all of the consequences and potential defenses. Please contact Jennifer Monroe directly for more information about the crimes listed and to see if you are eligible for a drug program.
Jennifer Monroe has personally handled all of the crimes listed below. If you have trouble locating a crime or type of drug below, please contact Jennifer Monroe directly, she has likely handled that crime or type of drug before and can help you.
Methamphetamine, Cocaine, Heroin, Ecstasy:
Marijuana:
Other Drug Offenses:
Possession of Controlled Substance – HS 11350, 11377, BP 4060
Simple possession of Methamphetamine, Cocaine, Heroin, Ecstasy, or and any prescription medication not proscribed to you requires possession or control, or had the right to control the controlled substance.
Simple possession of Methamphetamine, Cocaine, Heroin, are Ecstasy are felonies and punishable up to 3 years in state prison.
Possession of a prescription medication is a misdemeanor and punishable up to six months in jail.
You may be eligible for a dismissal or lesser charge that qualifies you for drug diversion classes, probation, or local jail instead of state prison. Jennifer Monroe will meet with you to review your case and your background. She will also:
- Fight to protect your rights.
- Research the defenses that apply to your case.
- Review the facts with you to determine if a lesser charge is appropriate.
- Present mitigating factors about you and your case to the judge and prosecutor.
- Negotiate the best possible result for your case.
Possession for Sale of Controlled Substance - HS 11351, 11378
Possession for Sale of Methamphetamine, Cocaine, Heroin, or Ecstasy requires possession or control or had the right to control the controlled substance with the intent to sell the controlled substance.
Possession for Sale of a Controlled Substance is a felony punishable up to 4 years in prison.
You may be eligible for a dismissal or lesser charge that qualifies you for drug diversion classes, probation, or local jail instead of state prison. Jennifer Monroe will meet with you to review your case and your background. She will also:
- Fight to protect your rights.
- Research the defenses that apply to your case.
- Review the facts with you to determine if a lesser charge is appropriate.
- Present mitigating factors about you and your case to the judge and prosecutor.
- Negotiate the best possible result for your case.
Sale of a Controlled Substance / Transportation of a Controlled Substance - HS 11351, 11352 11379
Sale or transportation of Methamphetamine, Cocaine, Heroin, or Ecstasy are felonies punishable up to 5 years in state prison.
You may be eligible for a dismissal or lesser charge that qualifies you for drug diversion classes, probation, or local jail instead of state prison. Jennifer Monroe will meet with you to review your case and your background. She will also:
- Fight to protect your rights.
- Research the defenses that apply to your case.
- Review the facts with you to determine if a lesser charge is appropriate.
- Present mitigating factors about you and your case to the judge and prosecutor.
- Negotiate the best possible result for your case.
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – HS 11364, BP 4160
Possession of drug paraphernalia includes the possession of crack pipes or other drug paraphernalia to use, ingest, or inject a controlled substance such as methamphetamine, cocaine, or heroin.
Possession of drug paraphernalia is a misdemeanor punishable up 6 months in local jail.
You may be eligible for a dismissal, drug diversion classes, probation, or community service instead of county jail. Jennifer Monroe will meet with you to review your case and your background. She will also:
- Fight to protect your rights.
- Research the defenses that apply to your case.
- Review the facts with you to determine if a lesser charge is appropriate.
- Present mitigating factors about you and your case to the judge and prosecutor.
- Negotiate the best possible result for your case.
Possession of Marijuana or Concentrated Cannabis – HS 11357
Possession of Marijuana requires possession or control or had the right to control the controlled substance.
Possession of marijuana is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine.
You may be eligible for a dismissal, drug diversion classes, probation, or community service instead of a fine. Jennifer Monroe will meet with you to review your case and your background. She will also:
- Fight to protect your rights.
- Research the defenses that apply to your case.
- Review the facts with you to determine if a lesser charge is appropriate.
- Present mitigating factors about you and your case to the judge and prosecutor.
- Negotiate the best possible result for your case.
Possession for Sale of Marijuana – HS 11359
Possession of for Sale of Marijuana requires possession or control or had the right to control the marijuana with the intent to sell.
Possession for Sale of Marijuana is a felony punishable up to 3 years in prison.
You may be eligible for a dismissal or lesser charge that qualifies you for drug diversion classes, probation, or local jail instead of state prison. Jennifer Monroe will meet with you to review your case and your background. She will also:
- Fight to protect your rights.
- Research the defenses that apply to your case.
- Review the facts with you to determine if a lesser charge is appropriate.
- Present mitigating factors about you and your case to the judge and prosecutor.
- Negotiate the best possible result for your case.
Sale of Marijuana / Transportation of Marijuana – HS 11360
Sale or transportation of Marijuana is a felony punishable up to 4 years in state prison.
You may be eligible for a dismissal or lesser charge that qualifies you for drug diversion classes, probation, or local jail instead of state prison. Jennifer Monroe will meet with you to review your case and your background. She will also:
- Fight to protect your rights.
- Research the defenses that apply to your case.
- Review the facts with you to determine if a lesser charge is appropriate.
- Present mitigating factors about you and your case to the judge and prosecutor.
- Negotiate the best possible result for your case.
Under the Influence of Controlled Substance - HS 11550
Under the influence of a controlled substance such as methamphetamine, cocaine, or heroin is a misdemeanor.
Unlike most misdemeanors this crime carries a mandatory minimum of 90 days in jail. You could also be sentenced up to one year in county jail.
You may be eligible for a dismissal, drug diversion classes, probation, or community service instead of county jail. Jennifer Monroe will meet with you to review your case and your background. She will also:
- Fight to protect your rights.
- Research the defenses that apply to your case.
- Review the facts with you to determine if a lesser charge is appropriate.
- Present mitigating factors about you and your case to the judge and prosecutor.
- Negotiate the best possible result for your case.
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