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Union, NJ 07083
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Drug Possession

In New Jersey, the crime of possession of controlled dangerous substances is primarily dealt with in N.J.S. 2C:35-10.  Under this statute, it is a crime to knowingly or purposely obtain or possess (actively or constructively) a controlled dangerous substance unless the controlled dangerous substance was obtained pursuant to a valid prescription.  If the controlled dangerous substance is listed as a Schedule I (e.g., heroin, LSD, ecstasy), Schedule II (e.g., cocaine, codeine, hydrocodone, methadone, methamphetamine, morphine, percocet), Schedule  III (e.g. steroids, special K), or Schedule IV (xanax, valium, ambien) controlled dangerous substance, its possession constitutes a third degree crime.   Possession of a drug classified in Schedule V is a fourth degree crime.  Possession of more than 50 grams of marijuana is also a fourth degree crime, and possession of 50 grams or less of marijuana is a disorderly person's offense.  In addition, anyone found in possession of marijuana while operating a motor vehicle faces a mandatory loss of license for two years under N.J.S. 39:4-49.1.

A conviction for possession of a controlled dangerous substance, in addition to the usual penalties for the particular grade of crime, also carries enhanced monetary fines (up to $35,000 for a third degree, up to $15,000 for a fourth degree, and up to $25,000 for possession of more than 50 grams of marijuana).  A criminal conviction for drug possession in New Jersey carries very serious consequences.  Therefore, anyone charged with possession of drugs in New Jersey should contact New Jersey criminal defense lawyer Nace Naumoski for representation.

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