Drug Possession and Possession of Narcotics for Sale
Statistics indicate that Nationwide, drugs and narcotic-related offenses account for approximately one-third of all arrests. Southern California has had the distinction of leading the Nation in arrests for possession of a controlled substance (illegal drugs). And, according to the California Department of Corrections, about 20,000 of the state's 160,000 prisoners are in jail or prison for drug offenses, such as being under the influence of a controlled substance and possession or sales of cocaine, PCP, LSD, heroin, methamphetamine (or "meth"), ecstasy (known as "X", "XTC" or "Xtacy"), or transportation or sale of marijuana, or other newer drugs.
Unfortunately, police and prosecutors tend to interpret any available evidence, no matter how small, as evidence that narcotics found were possession for sale, and not for personal use. The difference in consequences are major, and the penalties for drug crimes range from very severe to probation and classes or a treatment program. Charges are generally based upon quantity, intent to sell or distribute and other factors such as weapons possession or use, evidence of sales activity, having large amounts of money, etc. The seriousness and ultimate punishment for drug crimes normally depends upon the quantity of the drug, the classification under the drug schedule, and the purpose of the possession (for personal use or for sale). Manufacturing of narcotics, such as methamphetamine labs run from a home, garage, warehouse, or other building, carry special charges, and police and prosecutors tend to seek out additional charges such as child endangerment if at all related to a family home.
Most drug offenses refer to the possession, use, sale or furnishing of any drug or intoxicating substance or drug paraphernalia, that is prohibited by law. Many drug offenses in the State of California are felonies. It is still a misdemeanor to possess less than an ounce of marijuana 11357 (b) of the Health & Safety Code. However, possession for even the smallest amount of cocaine is a felony. And currently, there are more than 100 different types of anabolic steroids that have been developed, and each requires a prescription to be used legally in the United States.
In recent years, certain drugs have emerged and become popular among teens and young adults at dance clubs and "raves." These drugs, collectively termed "club drugs," include MDMA / Ecstasy (methylenedioxymethamphetamine), Rohypnol (flunitrazepam), GHB (gamma hydroxybutyrate), and ketamine (ketamine hydrochloride). Producing both stimulant and psychedelic effects, MDMA is often used at parties because it enables party-goers to dance and remain active for long periods of time. This substance is usually ingested in tablet form, but can also be crushed and snorted, injected, or used in suppository form.
Drug Possession and Possession of Narcotics for Sale
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