The state of Maryland has strict drug laws which make for complex drug cases. They criminalize use, possession and distribution of controlled and uncontrolled substances all the same. The punishments and fines are harsh and start from a minimum of one year in prison for any small measurable possession of simple narcotics to 25 or more years for distribution and possession of more serious narcotics and substances.
In addition, the Maryland drug laws even criminalize possession or purchase of uncontrolled substances if the person reasonably believes it is a controlled dangerous substance. The statute considers many things such as the packaging, appearance, and the amount in order to infer intent. For these it means you have committed a crime even when the substance turns out to be an uncontrolled (unregulated) substance.
Thus it is recommended to involve a tenacious and aggressive and experienced Maryland drug defense attorney thoroughly familiar with Maryland Drug Statutes to defend your rights and to fight back against the broad based unforgiving Maryland drug charges. |
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