Hinesville Drug Possession Lawyer

Defending Against Drug Possession Charges in Georgia

Being charged with drug possession can have serious consequences on your life. If you are found guilty, you may face steep fines and long jail sentences. You may also have problems getting a job or renting a place to live. You need a strong advocate who will work to protect your rights and fight for the best possible outcome for your case. Our team at Pirkle & Pirkle is here to provide you with the aggressive representation you need to defend yourself against drug possession charges.

Call (912) 205-5038 or contact us online to schedule an initial consultation with our experienced drug possession lawyers 

Georgia Drug Possession Penalties

The penalties for drug possession in Georgia depend on the type and amount of drug found in your possession. If you are found guilty, you may be sentenced to jail time, probation, fines, and other penalties. Below are some examples of penalties for drug possession in Georgia.

Penalties for drug possession include:

• Marijuana possession: If you are found in possession of less than an ounce of marijuana, you may face a $300 fine and up to 1 year in jail
• Possession of a Schedule II drug: If you are found in possession of a Schedule II drug, you may face a $1,000 fine and up to 10 years in prison
• Possession of a Schedule III drug: If you are found in possession of a Schedule III drug, you may face a $1,000 fine and up to 5 years in prison
• Possession of a Schedule IV drug: If you are found in possession of a Schedule IV drug, you may face a $1,000 fine and up to 1 year in prison
• Possession of a Schedule V drug: If you are found in possession of a Schedule V drug, you may face a $500 fine and up to 6 months in prison

If you are found in possession of a drug in a larger amount, you may face more serious penalties. If you are found guilty of possessing a drug in a larger amount, you could face steep fines, long jail sentences, and other penalties. It is important to have a strong advocate who will work to get the best possible outcome for your case.

How Does Drug Possession Work in Georgia?

In Georgia, you can be found guilty of drug possession even if you did not know the drug was in your possession. For example, if you find a bag of drugs in your car and are unaware that it is there, you can still be found guilty of drug possession. In order to be found guilty of drug possession in Georgia, the prosecution must prove that you had knowledge of the drug and the intent to possess it.

The prosecution must prove that you knew the drug was in your possession. For example, if you found a bag of drugs in your car and did not know it was there, you cannot be found guilty of drug possession. However, if you knew the drug was in your car and did nothing to get rid of it, you can be found guilty of drug possession. The prosecution must also prove that you had the intent to possess the drug. For example, if you found a bag of drugs in your car and immediately reported it to the police, you could not be found guilty of drug possession because you did not have the intent to possess the drug.

If you are found in possession of a drug without knowledge of the drug or intent to possess it, you may face charges for a different crime. For example, if you found a bag of drugs in your car and did not know it was there, you may be charged with "possessing a lost or abandoned property." This is because you did not know the drug was in your possession and did not have the intent to possess it. However, if you knew the drug was in your car and did nothing to get rid of it, you may be charged with drug possession. It is important to have a strong advocate who will fight to prove that you did not have knowledge of the drug or intent to possess it.

Contact Our Drug Possession Attorney in Hinesville Today

Being charged with drug possession can be stressful and overwhelming. You need someone who will work to protect your rights and fight for the best possible outcome for your case. Our team at Pirkle & Pirkle is here to provide you with the aggressive representation you need to defend yourself against drug possession charges.

Call (912) 205-5038 or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation with our experienced drug possession lawyers.