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Massachusetts Drug Possession Laws & Information
As part of my criminal defense practice, I also handle drug possession cases
and Operating Under the Influence of Drugs (OUI Drugs).
Don't plead guilty to a drug possession charge in Massachusetts without
consulting with a lawyer first! You'll be facing an automatic one year loss of
license, even for a simple pot possession charge. And there may be ways to beat
the case entirely. There are more details on drug
possession defense strategies here at my colleague's site.
Massachusetts Drug Possession Penalties
Chapter 94C: Section 34. Unlawful possession of particular controlled substances, including heroin and marihuana.
This chapter covers possession of drugs in Massachusetts. The three most commonly charged possession crimes are heroin, a class A substance, cocaine, a class B substance, and marihuana, a class D substance.
Other common possession charges include meth, ecstasy, prescription medications,
and many other substances.
Possession of Heroin carries up to 2 years in jail for a first offense and up to 2 1/2 for a second, or 2 1/2 to 5 years in state prison.
Cocaine possession carries a penalty of up to 1 year in jail for a first offense and up to 2 for a second.
A typical result for first (1st) offense possession of Class D Marijuana is 6
months probation then dismissal. A conviction for possession of Marijuana or any
other drug offense carries a 1 year loss of drivers license. (A
hardship
license may be available.) Penalties for 2nd/second offense Class D
possession, and third 3rd and subsequent offenses get more severe, and may
require different defense tactics. You are often facing mandatory drug treatment
programs, higher fines, and possibly jail time. Fight Back with the Right Defense
Strategies!
There are many different strategies to employ in defending a possession
charge. After speaking with you and determining the facts of a case, your lawyer will want to file
the most appropriate motions to dismiss
the charges, or suppress the evidence against you. Your rights under the US and
Massachusetts state Constriction are paramount.
For criminal drug defense questions or other Massachusetts Criminal Law issues, call Attorney Russell Matson 24 hours a
day at (781) 380-7730.
Call Russell Matson's cell phone to talk to a drunk driving / DUI / OUI attorney anytime at (781)380-7730.
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If you are charged with DUI/OUI in Massachusetts, call me now
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