Drug Possession and Drug Distribution
in Roanoke, VA
Experienced and Aggressive Law Firm Serving Southwest Virginia
Rely on The Lawrence Law Firm, PLC for Defense Representation
When charged with drug possession or drug distribution in Roanoke, VA, you need experienced defense representation. Rely on the experience of The Lawrence Law Firm, PLC. Virginia courts give harsh penalties when it comes to drug crimes. Police can arrest you for possession if any illegal substance is within your control. Control means you can reach the substance or have immediate access to it. Call The Lawrence Law Firm, PLC today at (540) 904-0985 or contact us online for a consultation on drug charges.
Penalties for Various Types of Drug Possession in Virginia
The law categorizes most drugs into separate schedules, starting from the most addictive to the least addictive.
– Serious drugs carry 5-40 years
– Subsequent offenses carry 5 years to life
– Second offense distribution could carry life in prison
There are six schedules altogether, along with two categories strictly for marijuana possession. These schedules and categories include:
> SCHEDULE I SUBSTANCE
Class 5 felony charges, up to 10 years in prison and a fine of $2,500
> SCHEDULE II SUBSTANCE
Class 5 felony charges, up to 10 years in prison and a fine of $2,500
> SCHEDULE III SUBSTANCE
Class I misdemeanor charges, up to 1 year in jail and a fine of $2,500
> SCHEDULE IV SUBSTANCE
Class 2 misdemeanor charges, up to 6 months in jail and a fine of $1,000
> SCHEDULE V SUBSTANCE
Class 3 misdemeanor charges and a fine of up to $500
> SCHEDULE IV SUBSTANCE
Class 4 misdemeanor charges and a fine of up to $250
Defense for Drug Distribution Charges from The Lawrence Law Firm, PLC
Heroin, ecstasy, methamphetamine, cocaine, and many other drugs are illegal in the state of Virginia. The penalties for possessing these substances can be severe. Distribution of serious drugs carries 5-40 years, while subsequent offenses carry 5-life in prison. The importance of reliable legal counsel cannot be stressed enough. Contact The Lawrence Law Firm, PLC in Roanoke, VA, for experienced defense on drug possession or drug distribution charges you face.
In addition to drug possession and drug distribution offenses, we provide criminal defense on other issues in the Roanoke community:
- Speeding violations
- Traffic tickets
- Reckless driving
- DUI / DWI
- Criminal Defense
- Drug possession
- Drug distribution
- Distribution of controlled substances
- Assault
- Malicious wounding
- Gun charges
- Weapons offenses
- Hunting violations
- Gun rights restoration
- Boating under the influence
- Drunk in public
- Underage drinking
- Juvenile crimes
- Shoplifting
- Embezzlement
- Credit card crimes
- Auto accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Bicycle collisions
Allow us to represent you both in and out of court. We serve clients throughout Southwest Virginia and take the time to review every aspect of your case. Call us as soon as you are charged with drug possession or drug distribution in Roanoke, VA.
