DRUG POSSESSION IN FLORIDA

First of all, Florida defines drug possession as a person holding a substance for personal use. Furthermore, this offense does not include manufacturing, distributing, or selling the drug. Additionally, Florida has several types of possession charges, most of which are felony offenses.

Hence, a drug possession charge of any kind threatens your future and freedom. So, when charged with drug possession you are facing some serious penalties. In all, you need an attorney who is familiar with these charges. And, can give you the best advice and strategy for your case.

Thus, RHINO Lawyers’ criminal defense team will leave no stone unturned in helping you. In fact, we will work to discover all the unique circumstances impacting your case. More importantly, our former state prosecutor will leverage his inside knowledge to help your case. And, can guide you through a system molded by judges and lawyers for centuries.

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Possession Charge Requirements

First, for a person to receive a guilty charge of drug possession, the prosecutor must prove the following in court:

• An illegal or controlled substance or drug found on the defendant
• The defendant’s knowledge of the substance or drug
• The defendant had physical control of the substance or drug

Drug Possession Penalties

Notably, a drug possession charge in Florida is a serious offense. Most often, people facing possession charges likely had the drug for their use. But, depending on the type and amount of the substance, possession can be a felony offense.

Misdemeanor possession in the first-degree

• Charged for possession of up to 20 grams of marijuana (except medicinal marijuana)
• Up to 1 year in jail, and/or up-to $1,000 in fines

Felony possession in the third-degree

• Charged for possession of more than 20 grams of marijuana, up to 28 grams of cocaine, up to 10 grams of ecstasy, up to 1 gram of LSD, and up to 4 grams of heroin
• Up to 5 years in prison, and/or up-to $5,000 in fines

Felony possession in the second-degree

• Charged for possession of chemicals used to make drugs
• Up to 15 years in prison, and/or up-to $10,000 in fines

Felony possession in the first-degree

• Charged for possession of more than 25 pounds of marijuana, more than 28 grams of cocaine, more than 10 grams of ecstasy, more than 1 gram of LSD, and more than 4 grams of heroin
• Up to 30 years in prison, and/or up-to $10,000 in fines

We Can Help

Lastly, it is critical to receive legal help for a possession charge. So, no matter how serious your case, we have defense options available to you. Thus, RHINO Lawyers can help you understand your rights and what you can expect with your case.

In short, we will work with you to gather important evidence for your case. Above all, we help you to uncover these key facts. Then, we will charge ahead by working directly with your prosecutor. And, try to help get a favorable result in your case.

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Let RHINO Lawyers’ former State Attorney and Prosecutor start helping YOU immediately by giving you free advice regarding the facts of your case.

So, get YOUR Free Case Analysis now by texting us, chatting with us online, completing the form below, or by calling 844.246.1238.