QUESTION
What kind of punishment can you get for possession of cocaine paraphernalia and residue on the mirror first time offense?
Asked on Jul 26th, 2013 on Criminal Law - Florida
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You should qualify for a deferral or first offenders program and you can earn a dismissal.
Answered on Jul 31st, 2013 at 10:03 PM
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If you are charged with Possession of Narcotics Paraphernalia, and not Possession of Cocaine, you can likely plea under the statute MCL 771.1, which is generally referred to an as "under advisement" plea. Then, if you successfully complete all the terms and conditions of your probation, the case is dismissed at the end and is not considered a criminal conviction for job application purposes.
Answered on Jul 31st, 2013 at 10:03 PM
Instead of worrying about the punishment, you need to focus your attention on how you can avoid being convicted. Time to shop for a lawyer.
Answered on Jul 31st, 2013 at 10:03 PM
Michael Paul Vollandt
In California you should be about to get PC 1000 diversion. Complete the program and then the could will dismiss your case. If you mess up then you will probably get on weed ends for a few times on a work detail.
Answered on Jul 31st, 2013 at 10:03 PM
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Possession of paraphernalia is a violation of Health and Safety Code section 11364, a misdemeanor, punishable by up to 6 months in jail and a fine of not more than $1,000. Depending on your prior record, you may be eligible for diversion. You need to consult an attorney many of us on LawQA provide a free consultation.
Answered on Jul 31st, 2013 at 10:03 PM
Maximum penalty in Missouri for possession of drug paraphernalia is 1 year in jail and a fine of $1,000.
Answered on Jul 31st, 2013 at 10:03 PM
In Florida the cocaine residue will be treated as a felony cocaine possession charge while the paraphernalia charge is of little consequence. You need to immediately contact an attorney to look at your case to see if there is any way to have the charges dismissed or reduced so that this will not ruin your life.
Answered on Jul 31st, 2013 at 10:02 PM
For a violation of California Heath and Safety Code Section 11350(a) Possession of a controlled substance, the pinilities is 1 year 4 months, 2 years, or 3 years in state prison.
Answered on Jul 31st, 2013 at 10:02 PM
Michael J. Breczinski
Possession of cocaine in Michigan carries up to 4 years in prison. This is no matter the amount, however small. Over 25 grams will get you more time.
Answered on Jul 31st, 2013 at 10:02 PM