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Basic Details Regarding Controlled Dangerous Substance

By Ann Long


There are some substances that a person is not allowed to possess because of the danger they pose to other people or the individual himself. This is done to ensure the safety of everyone in the society as these things might be harmful and can be used to commit crimes. They could be also the reason for individuals to become criminals.

This is why avoiding to possess them is important as well as having the right prescription if ever these are needed for medical purposes. This is because getting caught with the possession of controlled dangerous substance NJ is a criminal offense and illegal. You will be charged because of this by local prosecutors when you get caught with it.

Examples of CDS include LSD, marijuana, cocaine and heroin which is defined illegal by the law and possession of them is not allowed. For you to be charged with this criminal offense, there is no need of having an intent in using, distributing, manufacturing or dispensing them. Possessing them merely is enough for them to charge you and bring you to court.

Possessing any of them can either mean actual possession or constructive one with the former term meaning having it in your person like your pocket or your hand. This type is considered knowing based on the statute wording because you have physical control directly over the substance. The latter indicates knowingly have the power or intention to exercise your control over it any time.

Example of this is having them on the glove compartment of your car or inside your medicine cabinet at home. The prosecutors will need to prove you knowingly or intentionally possessed the CDS which means the charge may not stick by just being near them. Your defense could be strengthened by proving you have no knowledge of it being there and someone else placing it there.

You are capable of using the prescription which your physician has provided you as your defense with possessing the CDS found on you. The penalties of getting convicted with possession of them though depends on if this offense is the first, repeated charges will result in heftier fines and longer sentences.

If ever you are charged with this criminal offense then look for a lawyer to help you with this problem using the internet. You may also request from your friends, relatives and colleagues for a few recommendations. They might have needed one before and would share their experiences in getting their services.

Perform a background check about them too to determine the knowledge, capabilities and experience of the lawyer on this type of cases. Make sure they practice their profession in the state you live in so you would know they are knowledgeable of the laws there. This is important due to the states having differences with their laws of these issues.

Inquire about the price of getting their services to represent you at court. Set an appointment to have an initial consultation to know their defense strategy for you. Some offer these consultations freely at first so prioritize them.




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