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Defense for Drug Possession in Orlando, FL

In the state of Florida it is illegal to possess any amount of an illegal drug, narcotic, or substance. Some of the most commonly possessed illegal drugs include marijuana, heroin, cocaine, LSD, Ecstasy, methamphetamine, and various derivatives of these drugs.  It is also a crime under Florida law to possess certain prescription medications without a valid prescription.  

If you have been arrested on drug possession charges in Orlando, it’s important to seek out representation from an experienced Orlando drug possession defense attorney right away.  Without aggressive defense representation, drug possession charges can easily lead to numerous penalties that could have a major impact on your life for years to come. 

Penalties for Drug Possession

The penalties for drug possession depend on the type of drugs in your possession, as well as the quantity of drugs in your possession.  If you are facing drug possession charges, you can expect to face the following penalties based on your charges:

Possession of Marijuana (20 grams or less)

  • 1st Degree Misdemeanor Offense:  up to 1 year in jail and a $1,000 fine

Possession of Marijuana (20 grams or more)

  • 3rd Degree Felony Offense: up to 5 years in prison and a $5,000 fine

Possession of 25 or More Marijuana Plants

  • 3rd Degree Felony Offense: Up to 15 years in prison and a $10,000 in fine

Possession of a Controlled Substance (Heroin, Cocaine, Ecstasy)

  • 3rd Degree Felony Offense: up to 5 years in jail and up to $5,000 fines

Possession of More than 10 Grams of Heroin

  • 1st Degree Felony Offense:  up to 30 years in prison and up to $10,000 fines

Possession of an Unlawful Chemical (used to make Methamphetamine, Ecstasy, GHB, etc.)

  • 2nd Degree Felony Offense:  up to 15 years in prison and a $10,000 fine

Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

  • 1st Degree Misdemeanor Offense: up to 1 year in jail and a $1,000 fine

Contact an Orlando Drug Possession Attorney

At Rivas Law Firm, P.A., we have been defending people in the Orlando area against drug possession charges for many years, and understand what is required to build a strong and effective defense case. In any drug possession case, the prosecution must have enough evidence to conduct an arrest, as well as probable cause.  If the law enforcement officials who investigated your charges did not have sufficient evidence or probable cause to place you under arrest, or if your constitutional rights were violated in any way, we will make this fact known to the judge and fight for a reduction or complete dismissal of the charges.  

To learn how we can help you fight your drug possession charges, please don’t hesitate to schedule a free consultation by contacting an Orlando drug possession defense lawyer at Rivas Law Firm, P.A. today! Protecting your rights and future is our number one priority!