Different Punishments for Different Drug-Related Crimes

A criminal record can affect you for the rest of your life. If you are facing charges for some sort of drug-related crime, it is important that you seek an experienced criminal defense attorney at the Lake of the Ozarks immediately. Our Camden County attorneys can walk you through your options and prepare a defense that can meet your specific needs. To get a free consultation with the Lake of the Ozarks criminal defense attorneys at Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch call 573-346-7231. Keep reading to learn what the different punishments for different drug-related crimes can be.


Source: https://statelaws.findlaw.com/missouri-law/missouri-drug-laws.html

Crime: Possession of Drugs Other Than Marijuana

Punishment: Possession of any other type of drug besides marijuana (regardless of amount) is a class C felony, punishable by up to 7 years in prison, $10,000 fine.

Crime: Possession of Marijuana

Punishment: 

  • Possession of 10 grams or less: Misdemeanor with no jail time and a $500 fine.
  • Second time offense: Jail for a year, $2,000 fine.
  • Possession of more than 35 grams of marijuana: 7 years in prison, $10,000 fine.

Crime: Distribution of Drugs

Punishment: 

  • Distribution is a class B felony (except for 5 grams or less of marijuana), punishable by imprisonment of up to 15 years.
  • Distribution of a controlled substance within 2000 feet of a school is a class A felony (except for 5 grams or less of marijuana), punishable by life imprisonment or a sentence of up to 30 years.
  • Distribution or delivery of not more than 5 grams of marijuana is a class C felony, punishable by up to 7 years in prison.

Crime: Cultivation of Marijuana

Punishment: Growing up to 35 grams: Felony, punishable by incarceration for 4 years, $10,000 fine.
Growing more than 35 grams: Felony, punishable by incarceration for 3-10 years, $10,000 fine.



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If you are facing criminal charges or a criminal investigation regarding drug-related crimes, it can feel like the legal system is unfairly punishing you and our criminal defense attorneys understand that. We want you to know that we are there for you from criminal investigation, to arrest and trial. You should know that you have rights that are guaranteed by the Constitution and that includes the right to have a criminal defense lawyer advocate on your behalf. For more information on criminal defense for drug-related crimes, contact Phillips, McElyea, Carpenter, and Welch today at 573-346-7231.


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