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The Most Common Types Of Drug Charges Handled By Attorney Travis Thompson

In this article, you will learn:

• Common drug violations
• Penalties associated with drug violations
• How the severity of drug charges are determined

We usually handle possession charges of controlled substances in small amounts, whether it be marijuana or methamphetamine. Any controlled substances and also prescription drugs without a license. The more content involved in a particular stop, the more difficult those cases get. Drugs cases are complicated and can be very nuanced; again, it depends on the amount of the drug and then how many prior offenses exist. So the sentencing of them can be quite wide in range. Usually, for first-time offenders, they do have the possibility in several of the metro counties at least to be able to go to a drug diversion program with the incentive of, if you’re successful in that, the criminal charge will be expunged, or at least they’ll stop prosecution, and the charge will be dismissed.

Determining Whether A Drug Charge In Minnesota Will Be Charged As A Misdemeanor Or Felony

The amount, type of drug, and prior convictions can determine whether a drug charge will be a misdemeanor or felony.

Potential Sentencing Guidelines Or Penalties For Misdemeanor And Felony Drug Convictions In Minnesota

If it’s a misdemeanor, it could be up to 90 days in jail and a $1,000 fine. If it’s a gross misdemeanor, it’s actually a more significant fine.

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