February 9, 2022
Federal drug charges are distribution, manufacturing and possession with intent to distribute in Springfield, Missouri. The general statutory maximum for federal drug offenses is about 20 years. Depending on the circumstances, there are mandatory five and ten years associated with the charges. Five year mandatory Federal Offenses with lower quantities of drugs tend to carry...
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January 15, 2021
Drug possession laws do not only cover illegal substances like heroin or meth. Drug users and manufacturers employ various tools and devices in order to manufacture and use drugs. The law refers to such tools as paraphernalia. Like the drugs themselves, a police officer could seize paraphernalia from you as evidence of a crime. You...
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December 21, 2020
According to the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, drugs and other substances are separated into five categories, also known as schedules. Schedules are determined based on a few factors, such as the medical application of the substance and its abuse potential. Drug schedules range from I to V, with I being the most severe and V being...
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September 22, 2020
If you face a drug charge in Missouri, then you may get the opportunity to go through drug court. The 13th Judicial Circuit of Missouri explains drug court is an alternative option that allows you to seek treatment and help instead of going through the system to receive punishment. It is still a legal process....
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