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Penalties For Marijuana
Possession of
Less Than an Ounce - Felony or Not
In most instances, possession of less than an ounce of marijuana is
a misdemeanor.
OCGA § 16-13-2
However, it is quite possible to possess less than an ounce
and still be guilty of a felony. For example, if you intend to
distribute (sell) the marijuana, that would be a felony. Even
sharing a joint with a friend could be construed as intent to
distribute and bootstrap the charge to a felony offense.
Felony
Possession of Marijuana
If you possess more than an ounce, sell, grow, or intend to
distribute any quantity of marijuana, you can go to prison for up to
ten years.
OCGA § 16-13-30
Trafficking in
marijuana can result in a 5-30 year prison sentence.
OCGA § 16-13-31
And don't forget, even a misdemeanor marijuana conviction can result
in a
driver's license suspension for a minimum period of 6
months with no limited driving permit.
Penalties For
Counterfeit Substances
If you purchase, possess, sell or intend to distribute any
counterfeit drug, you can go to prison for up to ten years.
OCGA § 16-13-30
OCGA § 16-13-78.2
Of course, a conviction
for any of the above could result in the loss of State and/or
Federal college
financial aid. And of course
there is always
forfeiture of you property.
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