Burlington Township NJ Marijuana Distribution Lawyers
While marijuana may soon be legalized in New Jersey, it is still illegal to possess or distribute marijuana. Moreover, even when it becomes legalized, there will be restrictions on how individuals can buy, possess or sell marijuana. If you are charged with distribution of marijuana in Burlington County under N.J.S.A. 2C:35-5, you could be facing up to twenty (20) years in a New Jersey State Prison. The severity of your charges and the possible penalties are directly related to your criminal record, the location of the offense and the amount of marijuana involved. If you or a family member were arrested and charged with distribution of a controlled dangerous substance like marijuana, contact an experienced criminal defense attorney. Our firm has handled marijuana cases throughout New Jersey. We represent clients facing criminal offenses in towns like Mount Laurel, Evesham, Willingboro, Moorestown, Pemberton, Southampton, Bordentown and Florence. For an immediate consultation with firm partner, William C. Fay, IV, please call (609) 850-8284.
Possession of Marijuana with the Intent to Distribute
For those individuals who are not caught in the act of selling but instead possessed a large amount of marijuana, they may be charged with Possession with Intent to Distribute. Under this section of the law, the Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office must prove that: (1) the Defendant possessed, or had under his/her control a quantity of marijuana; (2) the Defendant possessed the marijuana with the intent to distribute it; and (3) the Defendant acted knowingly or purposefully.
Marijuana Distribution
Distribution of marijuana requires that the Prosecutor prove that: (1) the Defendant distributed the marijuana on the day in question and (2) the Defendant acted knowingly or purposefully when distributing the marijuana. “Distribute” means the transfer, actual, constructive or attempted, from one person to another of a controlled dangerous substance, in this case marijuana. This sale of drugs need not even involve an exchange of funds for the police to arrest your for marijuana distribution.
Penalties if Convicted of Distributing Marijuana in Willingboro NJ
The applicable penalties for distributing marijuana or possessing it with the intent to distribute it will depend on the quantity possessed. Here is a breakdown of the degrees and applicable penalties if convicted.
First Degree Marijuana Distribution Evesham NJ
If the amount of marijuana involved or recovered by police is more than 25 lbs. or more than 50 plants, then you will be charged with first degree marijuana distribution. Under this charge, you could face the following penalties:
- State Prison sentence between ten (10) and twenty (20) years
- Up to a $300,000 fine
- Probation
- Community Service
- Felony Criminal Record
Second Degree Marijuana Distribution Mount Laurel NJ
If the amount of marijuana involved or recovered by police is more than 5 lbs. but less than 25 lbs. or more than 10 marijuana plants but less than 50 marijuana plants, then you will be charged with second degree marijuana distribution. Under this charge, you could face the following penalties:
- State Prison sentence between five (5) and ten (10) years
- Up to a $150,000 fine
- Probation
- Community Service
- Felony Criminal Record
Third Degree Distribution of Marijuana Pemberton NJ
If the amount of marijuana involved or recovered by police is more than 1 ounce but less than 5 lbs., then you will be charged with third degree marijuana distribution. Under this charge, you could face the following penalties:
- State Prison sentence between three (3) and five (5) years
- Up to a $35,000 fine
- Probation
- Community Service
- Felony Criminal Record
Fourth Degree Marijuana Possession with Intent to Distribute Cinnaminson NJ
If the amount of marijuana involved or recovered by police is less than 1 ounce, then you will be charged with fourth degree marijuana distribution. Under this charge, you could face the following penalties:
- Up to eighteen (18) months incarceration
- Up to a $15,000 fine
- Probation
- Community Service
- Felony Criminal Record
Will I Go To Jail for Distribution of Marijuana?
Under New Jersey’s New Bail Reform, if you are arrested on a warrant, then you will be detained in the Burlington County Jail for at least 48 hours. At that time, you may either be released or remained detained until a pretrial detention hearing. However, if you are convicted or plead guilty, the possibility of a custodial sentence will depend on multiple factors. These factors include your prior criminal history, the degree of your offense and whether you are facing any other additional charges. Additionally, there may be certain diversionary programs available to defendants, such as a Conditional Discharge, Pretrial Intervention and Drug Court. For more information on New Jersey Diversionary Programs, please contact our office at (609) 850-8284.
Marijuana Distribution Lawyers Mount Holly, NJ
If you or a family member were arrested in charged with possession of marijuana, distribution of marijuana or possession with intent to distribute marijuana, contact an experienced Burlington County Attorney. Moreover, if you are a juvenile or if your child was a juvenile at the time of the arrest, then it is even more important that you speak with an attorney experienced in Juvenile matters. Our law firm has handled thousands of criminal and juvenile cases throughout New Jersey, including Burlington County. If you would like to speak with firm partner and former New Jersey Deputy Attorney General, William C. Fay, IV, please call (609) 850-8284 today. We can be reached day and night for your convenience.