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Possession of marijuana
Possession of less than 1 ounce:
Possession of less than 1 ounce of marijuana is classified as a Class 2 petty offense. As such it does not carry the possible penalty of jail time. However, it is still a serious offense that can have unintended and hidden consequences. A conviction for possession of less than 1 ounce of marijuana can be grounds for termination from your employment, can prevent you from obtaining school or other government loans, and can disqualify you from obtaining government employment. Before pleading guilty to any offense speak to a Denver criminal defense lawyer who is knowledgeable and experienced in dealing with marijuana cases. Contact us today for an appointment.
Possession of 1-8 ounces:
A first offense for possession of 1-8 ounces of marijuana is classified as a class 1 misdemeanor in Colorado. The penalties for this offense include a possible jail term of 6 – 18 months as well as a maximum fine of $5000. A second or subsequent offense for possession of 1-8 ounces commits a class 5 felony and carries the possibility of 1 – 3 years in prison and a possible fine of $1000 - $100,000. Convictions for this offense have far-reaching consequences in almost all aspects of a defendant's personal and professional life. No individual charged with this offense should attempt to settle their case without an experienced, competent attorney to guide them through the process. At Hebets & McCallin, we have handled these cases as prosecutors and as defense attorneys, at the misdemeanor as well as the felony level, and we have helped our clients obtain fantastic pre-trial results as well as trial wins. Contact us today to speak to one of our Denver criminal attorneys at no obligation.
Felony MJ possession:
Felony marijuana possession may be charged as either a class 5 or class 4 felony depending on the amount as well as upon the defendant's prior criminal history. The consequences for this offense include a very real possibility of a prison sentence in the possible range of 1 – 6 years. Although many in the community view marijuana possession as a victimless crime, this view is not shared by a majority of Colorado district attorneys. If you are charged with felony possession you should immediately consult with an experienced criminal attorney who has handled these and similar cases. Call us today to set up a free initial consultation with one of our seasoned criminal defense attorneys.
Medical Marijuana
Colorado does allow possession of marijuana for medicinal purposes. A patient must have a valid medical marijuana card issued by the Colorado Department of Health, which can be obtained after receiving a recommendation from a licensed physician. However, there are legal limitations as to how much marijuana can be possessed, and who it can be obtained from. Medical marijuana laws in Colorado are constantly changing. The attorneys at Hebets & McCallin are always on top of these ever-changing issues, and are always available to assist those charged with marijuana offenses.
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