Charged With Possession of
Marijuana in CT?
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Being charged with a crime in
Connecticut is no small thing, and it's a difficult
and stressful thing to go through. I'm sure you
don't think of yourself as an accused criminal, but
that's how the criminal courts in Connecticut see
you. And Connecticut marijuana possession laws
remain very strict, despite national trends toward
decriminalization.
But now it's happened, and
unfortunately you have a legal problem to deal with.
Whether you were caught with a small personal usage
amount of marijuana or even multiple pounds, we
can help. We know what you are up against and
the kind of legal defense you will need. And an
experienced defense lawyer who knows how to fight
marijuana possession charges in CT is what you need
right now.
If you are like most people,
and have never faced a criminal charge you are
likely quite frightened, and rightfully so. No one
wants to pay fines, spend time in jail, or be
labeled as a convicted criminal, with a permanent
criminal record. The consequences are many and not
to be taken lightly.
When it seems as if everyone in
the system is out to get you, we can help. We have
successfully defended many clients against marijuana
charges and want to be able to help you. And we'll
prove it, as part of a free legal consultation and
case evaluation on marijuana charge in Connecticut.
Contact us today to take advantage.
Marijuana Possession Penalties in Connecticut
First Offense Connecticut Marijuana Possession - Penalties
A 1st offense charge of Possession of Marijuana carries the following
penalties under Connecticut Law if you are found
guilty:
| 1st Offense Possession of
Marijuana |
Charge |
1st Offense Penalties |
| Under 4 oz |
Misdemeanor |
- up to 1 year in jail
- up to a $1000 fine
|
| 4oz or more |
Felony |
- up to 5 year in jail
- up to a $2000 fine
|
Second Offense Connecticut Marijuana Possession - Penalties
A 2nd offense charge of Possession of Marijuana
is an even more serious felony charge, carries the following
penalties under Connecticut Law if you are found
guilty:
| 2nd Offense Possession of
Marijuana |
Charge |
2nd Offense Penalties |
| Under 4 oz |
Felony |
- up to 5 years in jail
- up to a $3000 fine
|
| 4oz or more |
Felony |
- up to 10 years in jail
- up to a $5000 fine
|
Ref: Conn. Gen. Stat.
§21a-279
Yes, it is true that you can be sent to prison
for a very small amount of weed if it isn’t your
first drug offense.
Connecticut Marijuana
Distribution/Sale/Cultivation - Laws & Penalties
If the state prosecutor
believes they can prove that you were selling the
marijuana or if you were caught cultivating or
growing marijuana, you can face some much harsher
penalties.
First time offenders
|
Less than 1 Kilogram |
Felony |
Up to 7 years in prison
and fines. |
|
1 Kilogram or more |
Felony |
*5-20 years in prison
and fines |
Second or subsequent offense
|
Less than 1 Kilogram |
Felony |
Up to 7 years in prison
and fines. |
|
1 Kilogram or more |
Felony |
*10-25 years in prison
and fines |
Ref. Conn. Gen. Stat.
§21a-278
*These sentences mean that
Connecticut has a mandatory minimum sentence
prescribed for these offenses.
In addition to these harsh
potential penalties, you could face additional time
if the offense was committed on school property or
if you attempted to sell to a minor.
Can I fight my Marijuana Possession Charge?
Yes, there are often legal defense options to
fight your case. We can challenge your arrest, and
the evidence collected against you on constitutional
grounds. You cannot be legally searched without
certain due process elements being met.
On a first offense marijuana offense for a small
amount of marijuana, there are a number of possible
plea deals to work out that can avoid a permanent
criminal record. Possibilities include:
- A nolle plea, or no prosecution in
exchange for not getting in any further trouble
- Accelerated Rehabilitation programs, where
you agree to treatment programs
- Other possible community service options &
probation
There are a number of possible options we can
discuss to get your through this legal problem.
Contact us today to find out exactly what we think
would make sense in your situation.
Get a Criminal Defense Consultation on your
Marijuana Charge in Connecticut - No Obligation!
Regardless of the circumstances
we can help and are interested in the specifics of
your case. We want to know what happened, how it
happened, and how we can help.
If this is your first offense
or if the charge is a minor possession charge we can
increase your chances of getting probation in lieu
of jail time. But, we cannot help until we hear from
you. Call today for a consultation of your case.
- The lawyers of CtDefenseLawyer.com
(203) 418-8553
Additional References:
Connecticut Drug Laws & Policies
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