Current Florida law makes possession of cannabis (marijuana under 20 grams) a first degree misdemeanor. If you are convicted of a simple possession of marijuana offense, the court may impose penalties that include up to a year in jail and fines up to $1,000, as well as suspend your Florida driver’s license for two years, whether or not you own a car or vehicle.
This conviction can also come back to haunt you, when you want to apply for a job, a student loan or a lease. A “simple” possession charge may not be simple at all. Even if it is your first offense, possession of marijuana is a serious charge that could result in criminal record that will affect your future in some way.
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If you have been arrested and charged with possession of cannabis marijuana in Central Florida, it is very important to contact a defense attorney as soon as possible.
Orlando Marijuana Defense Lawyer to Protect Your Rights
Experienced and knowledgeable criminal defense lawyers at the TK Law Firm understand the true weight of the charges against you, and will take every measure to keep your record clean. Our attorneys defend against all types of marijuana related charges, including possession, cultivation, distribution, manufacturing, and selling.
Whether you are a juvenile arrested for possession of cannabis in a small amount (under 20 grams) or an adult with prior criminal drug-convictions, you can depend on the TK Law Firm for resourceful and effective defense of your rights. We have represented clients throughout Central Florida in every imaginable drug defense situation, including illegal use, sale or distribution of pharmaceuticals (like Oxycodone and Xanax) and narcotics (like methamphetamines, heroin and crack).
Consult with a marijuana possession defense lawyer now: 855-Kramer-Now (855-572-6376). We will respond promptly and can begin to defend your case immediately.
Punishment for Possession of Cannabis / Marijuana in Florida
The national attitude regarding marijuana crimes has shifted hugely over the past 20 years. But possession of cannabis is still a misdemeanor in Florida. Marijuana − known as cannabis, pot, reefer, weed, Mary Jane, ganja − is classified as a Schedule I drug under the Florida Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act. A person convicted for possessing less than 20 grams faces a maximum penalty of a $1,000 fine and a full year behind bars.
If you are charged with possession of more than 20 grams of marijuana, the potential punishment spikes to a $5,000 fine and five years in jail. With a felony possession of marijuana charge on your record, you will lose fundamental civil rights, such as voting rights, and likely struggle to get employment, loans, insurance and professional licensing.
Whether this is your first marijuana possession charge – or your legal situation is more complex and you face multiple charges at the same time – the TK Law Firm can protect you.
Defenses to Possession of Cannabis / Marijuana
Our Orlando criminal defense attorneys will pursue the appropriate defense in your particular case to avoid a conviction, harsh sentence and future legal complications. We will apply all legal means available to have the charges against your dropped or the penalties reduced. When you become our client, we will investigate the facts of your case to determine the best plan for your defense, including:
- Illegal search and seizure
- Failure to Mirandize upon arrest
- No constructive or actual possession of the marijuana
- Entrapment
- Mistaken identity
- Lack of sufficient evidence
Speak with an experienced Florida attorney at our firm today.
Call 855-Kramer-Now (855-572-6376).
Drug Addiction Help and a Thorough Review of Your Defense Options
Our attorneys will strive to get the charges dismissed or seek alternative sentencing, such as Pretrial Diversion or Drug Court. If you pass through either of these programs successfully, the state will dismiss your marijuana possession charges. Depending upon the facts of your case, these programs can be a preferable alternative to trial. But if trial is the only and/or best answer, the team at the TK Law Firm will represent you in court and fight for what is just.
Attorney Steven Kramer is committed to the cause of drug addiction treatment. He serves on the Board of Directors at a local halfway house in Central Florida. Whether you are personally struggling with addiction problems related to marijuana; or you are concerned for a loved one’s behaviors that underlie their drug offense, we can help you explore addiction treatment and recovery programs as a way to help in life as well as your criminal case.
If you are charged with possession of cannabis / marijuana in Florida, do not delay. Please contact the TK Law Firm today for a free consultation and case evaluation. We will strive to help you avert a criminal conviction, protect your reputation, and get your life back on track.