MARIJUANA LAWYER Marijuana Sales Penalties Mesa, AZ Criminal Defense

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If you were arrested in Mesa, AZ are face Marijuana (also called Pot, Cannabis, or Weed) sales charges in Mesa, it is important that you contact a Mesa Marijuana lawyer or criminal defense attorney who defends Marijuana drug charges in Mesa, AZ Court. If convicted, you will potentially be subject to severe penalties. Arizona takes Sales of Marijuana charges very seriously.

Charges are for Production, Manufacturing, Distributing, or Selling of Marijuana in Mesa, Arizona and possession with intent to distribute them, carries much more severe penalties and harsher sentencing than Marijuana possession for personal use.

AZ Marijuana Charges are held to Arizona Criminal Code 13 which describes Marijuana law as found in “A.R.S. 13-3405. Possession, use, production, sale or transportation of marijuana; classification”.

Sale of Marijuana Classifications • Under 2 lbs = Class 4 felony; • between 2-4 lbs = Class 3 felony; • over 4 lbs= Class 2 felony:

Trafficking/Producing Marijuana • less than 2 lbs= Class 5 felony; • between 2-4 lbs = Class 4 felony; • Over 4 lbs= Class 3 felony; • Transporting/importing: less than 2 lbs = Class 3 felony; Over 2 lbs.: Class 2 felony Factors that determine the severity of Marijuana Penalties and • The quantity of Marijuana allegedly found for sale or intent to sell. • Your Prior criminal history • Prior Marijuana possession or sales convictions • Strength of facts and evidence of the prosecution’s case against you. Penalties for Marijuana Sales:

1. The first tier begins at from 1 ½ to 3 years in Jail with fines that range from $750.00 o $150,000.00 for less than 2 lbs for sales conviction 2. The next tier is 2 lb to 4 lbs. with sentencing for conviction subject to 2 ½ to 7 years of jail time and fines ranging from $750-$150,000.00 for Marijuana sales. 3. The third tier is for anything over 4 lbs. with sentencing for conviction that includes 4 to 10 years of jail time and fines ranging from $750-$150,000.00 for Marijuana sales.

What an Experienced Mesa Marijuana Defense Lawyer can do to defend you An experienced Drug Defense Lawyer or criminal defense attorney who practices frequently in Mesa will gather and examine evidence; conduct their own independent investigate; interview witnesses; utilize experts if necessary, find out if any of your constitutional rights were violated, and determine which of many defenses can be used based on the circumstances surrounding your charges. Most of the best criminal attorneys, who defend drug charges in Mesa AZ, provide a free consultation. You have nothing to lose, and you will gain helpful information and piece of mind regarding your Mesa Drug Charges and what to expect. Think of it as your first step to turning your mistake into a second chance.

It is too much of a risk to go unrepresented by a good Mesa AZ Marijuana sales defense Attorney. There is too much to lose to attempt to go at it alone. The Gilbert Prosecution convicts defendants day in and day out. You make their job to convict you easy if you do not hire good legal representation. You need a strong criminal defense attorney to frequently defend cases in Gilbert AZ. They know the system, the protocol, the law, and the defense that can be used to challenge the prosecutions case against you. Hiring a good private practice criminal defense or drug defense lawyer is your best shot at freedom. It is your best chance at getting a good outcome for your Marijuana sales charges. A good Mesa Marijuana Criminal Defense Attorney will make sure your get you fair treatment in court, make sure your constitutional rights are not violated, minimize the impact the charges can have on your life, challenge evidence for suppression (so that it can not be used against you), attempt to get charges reduced, and make every effort if possible to get your Marijuana Sales Charges dismissed If you have been charged with any Mesa Arizona Marijuana possession, sales, cultivating, manufacturing, distribution, or any other Drug charges, Felony Drug, Dangerous Drug, Narcotics, Domestic Violence, Disorderly Conduct, Disturbing the Peace charges, Domestic Violence, Assault, Aggravated felony assault, DUI, Extreme DUI, Repeat Offense DUI, Under age 21 DUI, DUI with child under 15 in vehicle, Aggravated Felony DUI, any Arizona DUI, Drug DUI, or any other criminal charge including theft, domestic violence, drugs crimes, probation violations, robbery, computer crimes, ID theft crimes, or any other criminal charges contact the Law Office of James Novak, for your Free Consultation at (480) 413-1499. Speak directly with experienced Arizona Criminal Defense and DUI Defense Attorney and James Novak (Former Prosecutor).

more The Law Office of James Novak is devoted to handling 100% DUI, Drug & criminal cases in, Tempe, Chandler, Mesa, Phoenix, Mesa, Scottsdale Arizona and surrounding areas valley-wide within Maricopa County, Arizona.

This post was intended to provide general information only and is not intended as specific legal advice. You should not rely upon this information alone, but should consult legal counsel regarding the application of the laws and regulations discussed and as applied to your specific case or circumstance.

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