QUESTION
What could happen if someone is caught with a pound of meth?
Asked on Sep 24th, 2011 on Criminal Law - Georgia
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What could happen to someone caught in procession of one pound of meth?
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Michael R. Garber
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You could, and probably would, go to jail.
Answered on Jun 20th, 2013 at 12:17 AM
Gary Moore
That person could go to prison.
Answered on Jun 20th, 2013 at 12:17 AM
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Felony charges.
Answered on Jun 20th, 2013 at 12:17 AM
Jacob P. Sartz
In Michigan, possession of meth is a very serious felony charge punishable by up to decades in prison depending on the circumstances and exact nature of the charges. You should consult with an attorney.
Answered on Oct 18th, 2011 at 10:07 PM
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Mitchell T. Foster, PC
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Being caught with any amount of meth is a very serious crime. Depending upon the individual's prior record and the circumstances, a prison sentence is an option if convicted.
Answered on Oct 03rd, 2011 at 5:31 PM
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It depends. Possession is a felony but that much could constitute a charge for selling or manufacturing because a normal user would not have that large amount. That would be an even more serious felony charge where some prison is almost all but guaranteed. That person needs to seek legal counsel from an experienced criminal attorney at once.
Answered on Sep 28th, 2011 at 10:00 AM
They would be charged with a felony and if convicted would have a high likelihood of going to prison.
Answered on Sep 27th, 2011 at 4:43 PM
Michael J. Breczinski
Years in Prison. The State considers that a lot of meth. That person REALLY needs an attorney.
Answered on Sep 27th, 2011 at 12:01 PM
They could be charged with UPCS (unlawful possession of a controlled substance), and possibly UPCS with intent to deliver, based on the quantity.
Answered on Sep 27th, 2011 at 11:50 AM
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Depending on the court - most likely prison time - get a GOOD lawyer quickly. If you don't know any let me know which court and I will recommend one.
Answered on Sep 27th, 2011 at 10:36 AM
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Todd A. Landgren A Professional Law Corporation
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Anything from probation to state prison. Under new guidelines, state cases could spend up to three years in local jail since prisons are full. OR lawyer could do many other possibilities.
Answered on Sep 27th, 2011 at 10:36 AM
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Freeborn Law Offices P.S.
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If convicted, that person will do some prison time. With a pound of meth, one can hardly argue it is for "personal use", which means the person in possession intends to sell to others. If this is the case, that would be an enhancement and result in additional prison time if convicted.
Answered on Sep 27th, 2011 at 10:24 AM
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Law Office of Jared Altman
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Your in big, big trouble. Exact crime and penalties I don't know but I suspect it's quite severe.
Answered on Sep 27th, 2011 at 10:20 AM
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Law Offices of Peter A. Duarte
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A person found with a pound of methamphetamine, will more likely be charged with possession of a controlled substance for sale, as well as, a special enhancement because of the weight of meth found. That person will be facing two years up to four years in state prison, not including any enhancements. That person may be precluded from probation because of the weight of meth found in his possession.
Answered on Sep 27th, 2011 at 9:27 AM
Samuel H. Harrison
That would be a major case of trafficking. Mandatory 25 year sentence (can be probated, but expect a serious portion of the sentence to be in custody); mandatory $1,000,000(1million dollar)fine. Defendant will not come up for parole consideration until 65% to 90% of the jail portion of the sentence has been served.
Answered on Sep 27th, 2011 at 9:02 AM
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You are arrested and charged with first degree felony, possession of controlled substance with intent to deliver. 5-99 years in prison. Yes, that's LIFE on the table. Be very careful.
Answered on Sep 27th, 2011 at 9:02 AM
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Law Offices of Jeffery A. Cojocar, P.C.
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They need an attorney to handle the felony charge that will be brought against them.
Answered on Sep 27th, 2011 at 9:01 AM
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Law Offices of Steven R. Decker
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It appears that you will be charged with one of the most serious offenses in Illinois. Methamphetamine trafficking is a class X felony where the penalty is twice the normal min/max. Also, the Department of Corrections will require you to do 85% of the sentence. You better attempt to suppress the search or else consider a plea to a lesser charge if you can't beat the case.
Answered on Sep 27th, 2011 at 9:01 AM
A person caught by state, county or local law enforcement with a pound or meth would be looking at a violation of Health and Safety code section 11350(a) Possession of a controlled substance with a penalty of 1 year 4 months, 2 years, 3 years. With that amount he could also be charged with a violation of Health and Safety code section 11351 Possession of a controlled substance for sale. The penalty for this would be 2 years, 3 years, 4 years. If the meth was found in a car, plane, boat or other type of transportation then the charge of violation of Health and Safety code section 11352(a) The sale or transportation of a controlled substance with a penalty of 3 years, 4 years, 5 years.
Answered on Sep 27th, 2011 at 8:01 AM
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Law Offices of Matthew Murillo
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Very bad things. Do not add any more details online, on any website and contact an attorney in your area to discuss the case with in private, immediately.
Answered on Sep 27th, 2011 at 8:01 AM