The Law Offices of Don Pumphrey, Jr.

Drug Charges

The laws surrounding possession of a controlled substance are specific; however, penalties you face if convicted will vary greatly depending on the kind and amount of the substance. Possession of heroin, codeine or morphine is a second-degree felony punishable by up to 15 years in prison and $10,000 in fines. Possession of cannabis, mescaline or peyote is typically a third-degree felony punishable by up to five years in prison and $5,000 in fines.

What You Need to Know:
• A police officer may arrest you without a warrant if he has probable cause to believe you are in possession of a controlled substance.
• You can be convicted of “constructive” possession if a controlled substance is in a place over which you have control, such as your home or vehicle, or in a place where you concealed it, even if it is not yours.
• If you are in a car with someone who is in possession of a controlled substance, you too can be charged with possession, even if it is not your car.
• If you are convicted of a violation of any subsection of the Florida Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act, regarding possession and distribution of controlled substances, you will lose your driver’s license for two years.
• We can fight for your rights if you call 850.681.7777 today.