Attorney for the Defense of Drug Crimes in Idaho:

Drug crimes are serious matters for Idaho's law enforcement and prosecution. Cases involving drugs are on the rise and the State often prosecutes these cases with a heavy hand. Idaho has severe penalties for drug crimes and a person's life may change even after their first offense. Getting the best outcome requires that you get in touch with an experienced lawyer right away to review your case. 

 

Idaho law classifies illegal substances based on two factors: their level of addiction and their legality for medical use. Because they are not authorized for use in medicine, drugs classified as Schedule I and Schedule II have the highest potential for addiction. The remaining schedules gradually lose their addictive qualities and are all authorized for use in medical settings. Medication containing traces of narcotics is classified as a Schedule V drug, which is the least addictive.

 

You can visit Idaho Code §37-2705 – §37-2713A to learn more about the schedules in that state. The way a drug charge is handled.

 

Possession

If someone is arrested for possessing drugs for personal use without any indication of trafficking or distribution intent, they fall into this category. Having three ounces or less of certain illegal substances in your possession is the only misdemeanor offense, while all other drug possessions are felonies.

 

Possession with the intent to distribute

Your possession of even one pound of marijuana can be enough to prove intent to distribute and a person could face a mandatory minimum fixed sentence and fines of up to $50,000, even though the person does not intend to sell or distribute. For drug crime to be considered trafficking or in possession with intent to deliver sometimes only requires the act of owning a scale or stockpiling for personal use.

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Trafficking

Drug trafficking in Idaho is illegal, and any charges related to it are felonies that cannot be removed from your record. Your personal belongings alone may make the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony. Depending on the kind of drug, trafficking carries severe penalties including up to $100,000 in fines, up to life in prison, and potentially a mandatory minimum sentence, not to mention a permanent criminal record.

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Drug Crimes

Penalties for drug crimes can vary greatly for adults and minors. if you've been accused of a drug crime, hiring a lawyer knowledgeable about Idaho drug possession laws should be done early.

Any of the following drug-related charges can be resolved with our help: possession, sale, manufacturing, distribution, trafficking, and prescription fraud.

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Felony or misdemeanor charges

If found guilty of a drug crime, there could be severe and far-ranging consequences. Sentencing for felonies may result in a mandatory prison term as well as fines totaling thousands of dollars. Idaho's marijuana possession laws are extremely stringent, with possession of more than three ounces can be charged as a felony. A conviction for possession of what many believe to be a harmless drug can result in financial aid loss for students, and it can also make it difficult for others to get a home loan or rent an apartment after the conviction.

Several variables determine the actual penalties for drug convictions. The kind of drug, the quantity used, your prior criminal history, and the existence of any additional charges, such as theft or domestic abuse.

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Lady Justice Law is here to assist you. If you have any questions, call our attorneys. Most importantly, we promise to always be open and truthful with you, letting you know about all of your options. Your capacity to manage your charges in a way that best defends your rights will determine how well you fare in the future. Select a capable Idaho lawyer to defend you against drug-related charges. Call us at 208-823-1776 or send us message to learn more about how Lady Justice Law can defend you against your drug charge.