Drug Crimes
St. Charles Drug Crime Attorney
Missouri has some of the toughest drug laws in the country. If you are found in possession of any quantity of a controlled substance other than marijuana, you are likely facing a felony. Possession of even one pill of certain prescription drugs without a prescription is a felony in Missouri. If you are found in possession of marijuana without a medical prescription, you will face a misdemeanor charge unless the quantity exceeds 35 grams which is charged as a felony.
Because of the harshness of Missouri drug laws, you must put a proven criminal defense lawyer on your side in the face of drug crime allegations. You could be at risk for jail or prison time, heavy fines, lengthy probation, and the collateral damage of a permanent criminal record.
At James E. Carmichael, Attorney at Law, you can work with a seasoned criminal trial lawyer who has handled thousands of cases, who has earned the highest respect for his professionalism by the legal community, and who works vigorously for the best interests of his clients. With his 40+-year career defending individuals on your side, your case will be in the hands of a drug crime attorney who genuinely cares about you and your future.
Have you been arrested on drug charges? Book a free case review with a St. Charles drug crime attorney at James E. Carmichael, Attorney at Law, by contacting the firm online or by phone at (636) 946-3020.
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Missouri Controlled Substances
The state of Missouri has categorized controlled substances into five groups based on their level of addictiveness and risk for abuse among users. These are called “schedules,” and each schedule lists its drugs and/or precursors. How you are charged will depend on many variables, including the schedule under which the drugs found in your possession fall, the quantity found, your intent, and other factors.
Drug crimes can include:
MISSOURI DRUG CRIME PENALTIES
The most serious Missouri drug crime is that of trafficking, including the intent to deliver or the delivery of specific amounts of various drugs, such as heroin, cocaine, LSD, methamphetamine, PCP, and more. It is charged and punished as a Class A or B felony. Possession offenses are generally charged as Class C felonies. Possession of marijuana under 35 grams is charged as a misdemeanor carrying up to a year in jail and/or a fine of $500 up to $2,000 depending on the circumstances.
In some cases, you may be able to avoid jail time through a diversion program, such as drug court, that allows you to undergo rehabilitation. By completing the program and abiding by all of the court’s conditions, you can walk away without a permanent criminal record.
