Drug Charge Lawyer Middlesex County NJ (5 Star Client Reviews)

March 22, 2019

DRUG CHARGE LAWYER MIDDLESEX COUNTY NJ

Unfortunately, drug charges are not uncommon in Middlesex County, New Jersey as a result of people getting hooked on them. Drug charges can have a tremendous impact on the lives of those facing indictment. The penalties can include fines, probation, community service and jail. Common drug charges in Middlesex County, NJ include unlawful possession of: oxycodone, oxycontin, Ritalin, Xanax, marijuana, cocaine, ecstasy, LSD, PCP, methadone, heroin and amphetamines. Many times, those charged with drug possession are also charged with possession of drug paraphernalia. A drug paraphernalia offense is also a serious offense with penalties that may include: fines, probation, community service and jail. Drug charges arising out of Middlesex County are serious and, therefore, it is important for anyone charged with drug possession or drug paraphernalia to consult with a Middlesex County NJ Drug Charge Lawyer.

Drug Charge Lawyer Middlesex County, NJ – Call (908)
358-2938

The Sloan Law Firm handles drug cases in Middlesex County and throughout New Jersey. Attorney Daniel Sloan has years of experience handling drug charges Middlesex County and throughout New Jersey. There are several legal defenses available to those charged with a drug offense, such as: an improper search, a failure to obtain a warrant, the motor vehicle stop was unreasonable and more. The Sloan Law Firm will explore all of these defenses and more in order to obtain the best possible result for the client. In the event that the police did everything correctly, our firm will fight to enter the client into a diversionary program such as Pre-Trial Intervention (“PTI”), Conditional Discharge or Drug Court in order to avoid a criminal conviction. The Sloan Law Firm offers aggressive and experienced legal services to anyone charged with a drug offense in Middlesex County, New Jersey.

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Drug Possession in Middlesex County, NJ

2C:35-10. Possession, Use or Being Under the Influence,
or Failure to Make Lawful Disposition.

a. It is unlawful for any person, knowingly or purposely,
to obtain, or to possess, actually or constructively, a controlled dangerous
substance or controlled substance analog, unless the substance was obtained
directly, or pursuant to a valid prescription or order form from a
practitioner, while acting in the course of his professional practice, or
except as otherwise authorized by P.L.1970, c.226 (C.24:21-1 et seq.). Any
person who violates this section with respect to:

A controlled dangerous substance, or its analog,
classified in Schedule I, II, III or IV other than those specifically covered in
this section, is guilty of a crime of the third degree except that,
notwithstanding the provisions of subsection b. of N.J.S.2C:43-3, a fine of up
to $35,000.00 may be imposed;
Any controlled dangerous substance, or its
analog, classified in Schedule V, is guilty of a crime of the fourth degree
except that, notwithstanding the provisions of subsection b. of N.J.S.2C:43-3,
a fine of up to $15,000.00 may be imposed;
Possession of more than 50 grams of marijuana,
including any adulterants or dilutants, or more than five grams of hashish is
guilty of a crime of the fourth degree, except that, notwithstanding the
provisions of subsection b. of N.J.S.2C:43-3, a fine of up to $25,000.00 may be
imposed; or
Possession of 50 grams or less of marijuana,
including any adulterants or dilutants, or five grams or less of hashish is a
disorderly persons offense.

Any person who commits any offense defined in this
section while on any property used for school purposes which is owned by or
leased to any elementary or secondary school or school board, or within 1,000
feet of any such school property or a school bus, or while on any school bus,
and who is not sentenced to a term of imprisonment, shall, in addition to any
other sentence which the court may impose, be required to perform not less than
100 hours of community service.

b. Any person who uses or who is under the influence of
any controlled dangerous substance, or its analog, for a purpose other than the
treatment of sickness or injury as lawfully prescribed or administered by a
physician is a disorderly persons offense.

In a prosecution under this subsection, it shall not be
necessary for the State to prove that the accused did use or was under the
influence of any specific drug, but it shall be sufficient for a conviction
under this subsection for the State to prove that the accused did use or was
under the influence of some controlled dangerous substance, counterfeit
controlled dangerous substance, or controlled substance analog, by proving that
the accused did manifest physical and physiological symptoms or reactions
caused by the use of any controlled dangerous substance or controlled substance
analog.

c. Any person who knowingly obtains or possesses a
controlled dangerous substance or controlled substance analog in violation of
subsection a. of this section and who fails to voluntarily deliver the
substance to the nearest law enforcement officer is guilty of a disorderly
persons offense. Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to preclude a prosecution
or conviction for any other offense defined in this title or any other statute.

Drug Paraphernalia in Middlesex County, NJ

2C:36-2. Use or possession with intent to use, disorderly
persons offense.

It shall be unlawful for any person to use, or to possess with intent to use, drug paraphernalia to plant, propagate, cultivate, grow, harvest, manufacture, compound, convert, produce, process, prepare, test, analyze, pack, repack, store, contain, conceal, ingest, inhale, or otherwise introduce into the human body a controlled dangerous substance, controlled substance analog or toxic chemical in violation of the provisions of chapter 35 of this title. Any person who violates this section is guilty of a disorderly persons offense.

THE SLOAN LAW FIRM

(908) 358-2938

Middlesex County Drug Charge Lawyer – Free Consultations
Available

If you or a loved one has been charged in Middlesex County with drug paraphernalia or a drug possession offense such as oxycodone, oxycontin, Ritalin, Xanax, marijuana, cocaine, ecstasy, LSD, PCP, methadone, heroin and amphetamines, the Sloan Law Firm may be able to assist you. For a free consultation, please do not contact the firm at: (908) 358-2938.

Penalties for Drug Possession in Middlesex County, NJ

Possession of Marijuana/Drug Paraphernalia

Jail/Prison for 18 Months
Fines ranging from $500-$15,000
Potential Loss of Driver’s License
Probation
Community Service

Possession of Narcotics or Controlled Substances (oxycodone,
oxycontin, Ritalin, Xanax, marijuana, cocaine, ecstasy, LSD, PCP, methadone,
heroin and amphetamines)

Jail/Prison for 3-5 years
Fines ranging from $1,000-$25,000
Potential Loss of Driver’s License
Probation
Community Service

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Drug Charge Lawyer Middlesex County NJ (5 Star Client Reviews)