possession of drugs

Wisconsin Drug Crimes

Possession of a controlled substance means that the person physical held the drugs or had control over the drugs (called constructive possession). In either case, possession is a graduated crime – the penalties increase with the quantity possessed, and a relative crime – the penalties for a less dangerous drug such as marijuana are less than the penalties for a more dangerous drug such as cocaine. For example, possession of marijuana in quantities up to two pounds is a misdemeanor, and beyond two pounds is a felony. A first offense for possession of marijuana is a misdemeanor, but a third can get you life imprisonment.

prescription drugs

It is also illegal to possess a legal drug by illegal means such as a prescription drug acquired by means of a fraudulent prescription or a prescription drug prescribed for another person and distributed to a person for whom the prescription was not written.

penalties

Prison sentences imposed on people convicted of a drug offense in the state of Wisconsin can be as long, if not longer, than those imposed on people convicted for murder, even if the drug offense was non-violent. The penalties are very harsh, the courts are tough on drugs, and the fines are very expensive.

Prison Sentences & Fines

Prison sentences imposed on people convicted of a drug offense in the state of Wisconsin can be as long, if not longer, than those imposed on people convicted for murder, even if the drug offense was non-violent. The penalties are very harsh, the courts are tough on drugs, and the fines are very expensive.

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