Person County Marijuana Offense Charges in North Carolina
In Person County and throughout North Carolina it is illegal to possess or to grow marijuana. North Carolina does not have any "medical marijuana" provisions. Marijuana offenses in Person County range from misdemeanor offenses to felony charges that require mandatory incarceration.
Many individuals who are charged with misdemeanor marijuana charges (and sometimes even felony charges) may be eligible for a NCGS 90-96 deferred prosecution. Under this "first Offenders" program, the charges in Person County would be dismissed after comptletion of certain court appointed requirements. These requirements include thing such as attending drug programs, doing community service, or other obligations as the judge may require.
Some common charges in Person County, North Carolina include:
- Marijuana possession of < 1/2 ounce
- Marijuana possession > 1/2 ounce and < 1.5 ounces
- Felony possession of marijuana
- Possession with intent to sell or distribute (PWISD)
- Manufacturing marijuana
- Maintaining a dwelling or maintaining a vehicle
- Trafficking marijuana
If you have been charged with any of these or other criminal charges in Person County, North Carolina it is advisable to seek an experienced criminal attorney to discuss your case. The lawyers at Everett Law Firm, P. A., located in Chapel Hill have extensive experience in handling marijuana, drug possession, and felony criminal offenses.
Contact Everett Law Firm, P. A. today to discuss your individual situation and charges in Person County North Carolina. The intial consultation is free.
