Possession of Marijuana

San Diego Criminal Attorney, Possession of Marijuana

If you have been accused of possession of marijuana, David Boertje, a criminal defense lawyer in San Diego, can help you today

Marijuana Possession Laws
Federal agencies usually only get involved in marijuana-related charges if the person in possession with intent of distribution and selling; however, possession of any amount of marijuana is illegal in the United States.

Possession of marijuana or hashish in quantities of one once or less is a misdemeanor and usually carries a $100 fine although fines can. Possession of larger amounts can be considered a felony unless the instance is the first or second time it occurred. More significant charges for the possession of one once or less of pot can result from possession while driving a vehicle. Possession with intent to sell is a felony, and often, police will try to incorporate this charge as part of the arrest in order to get a more severe conviction with consequences.

Possession of marijuana includes seeds, resin, and any by-product; however, many products like hemp is not considered illegal due to the product cannot be grown, smoked, or produce plants as is. Unless the person uses marijuana for medicinal purposes, marijuana cannot be legally possessed or grown, and under no circumstance can the drug be sold. Such acts result in felonies.

Possession of paraphernalia for pot-smoking is not illegal, only the selling of it.

Selling, Growing, and Distribution of Marijuana
Selling marijuana to a minor is a felony, and any minor caught with pot automatically has their driver’s license suspended for twelve months.

According to California law, growing marijuana is not illegal as long as the amount cultivated is under an amount designated by that county. Also, the marijuana needs to be medically prescribed. However, if you are charged with growing more than your county's jurisdiction or you do not have a medical prescription, you could be facing prison time for distribution and manufacturing.

In cases where possession of marijuana is legal, all confiscated evidence is returned to the defendant. Although many cases of marijuana possession only result in a $100 dollar fine, many are wrongfully reported by the police to establish a felony level charge. If you have been wrongfully charged of marijuana-related crimes and live in the San Diego area then contact David Boertje today.

Street Names

This is a list of street names for marijuana along with commonly associated words:

• Blunt
• Bong
• Cannabus
• Dope
• Dubby
• Ganja
• Grass
• Hash
• Hemp - Not always associated with the drug. Many products are made with hemp and are completely legal nation-wide.
• Hydro
• Joint
• Mary Jane
• Pot
• Reefer
• Roach
• Weed

Many marijuana possession charges can often be reduced in severity of crime. David Boertje has years of experience in bringing felony charges to a misdemeanor level or even have the charge dismissed. Contact David Boertje today if you need a criminal attorney in the San Diego area.