Since the legalization of Marijuana by neighboring state, Colorado, the number of felony drug traffic and drug distribution charges in Riley County and Geary County have increased significantly as patrols on I70 K-9 units of Geary County Sheriff's Department have increased. Felony drug trafficking charges range in severity depending the amount of drugs in question.
In Kansas, a Possession with Intent to Distribute charge falls into one of four drug felony categories. Level 1 drug felonies are the most severe in terms of penalty. Level 5 is least severe. Typically if there is a charge for possession with intent to distribute the lowest level charged will be a level 4 drug felony.
The amount of illegal drugs will dictate how high up the felony will be charged. If a person has more than 1 Kilogram of Cocaine, more than 100 Grams of Meth or Heroin, or more than 30 Kilograms of Marijuana you can expect to be facing a severity level 1 drug felony - the most severe drug felony. A person with no record whatsoever, if facing a level 1 felony, could expect to see a prison sentence between 138 months and 204 months depending on their criminal history.
If you or someone you know is facing any felony drug charge contact a Criminal Defense Attorney in Manhattan, Kansas to begin work to protect your rights and defend you from these allegations. The sooner you secure representation the better we can defend your rights and protect your interests.
Showing posts with label Kansas Marijuana Law. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kansas Marijuana Law. Show all posts
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Wednesday, July 29, 2015
Felony Drug Trafficking Charges in Geary County, Kansas
Since the legalization of Marijuana in Colorado there has been a significant increase in the amount of Marijuana that is being trafficked through Kansas. Interstate 70 (I-70) is a ready means of access out of Denver, Colorado to most locations to the East. This means that along the I-70 corridor law enforcement is on the lookout for out of state tags heading east. This is especially true in Geary County, Kansas. Junction City serves as the county seat for Geary County and the Geary County District Court. So often a minor traffic infraction along this stretch of Kansas highway has resulted in the subsequent search and seizure of drugs and/or drug proceeds.
Getting caught trafficking drugs through Kansas will almost always result in being charged with a drug felony. The severity of the felony could range from low, like a level five felony for simple possession, to high, like a level one felony for possessing more than 30 kilograms. These felony drug charges can carry a sever penalty as high as 204 months in prison if you have an extensive criminal history. Often these charges also come with a forfeiture action wherein the State will try to seize any property that you have, including vehicles that may have been used during the transport of the illegal drugs. This is a major hassle that compounds the problem of your Geary County felony criminal charges.
When being charged with a serious drug felony, it is recommended you contact an experienced criminal defense attorney in the area who is familiar with the jurisdiction.
Monday, November 5, 2012
Manhattan, KS Municipal Court Diversion
Before you go on Diversion in Manhattan, KS Municipal Court for something like possession of Marijuana, you should be fully aware of what you're signing on to. To start, possession of Marijuana is not always an offense where diversion is offered. Manhattan, KS Municipal Court is one of the places where diversion is an option. If your possession of Marijuana charge is in Manhattan, KS municipal court, lucky you, BUT be prepared to pay.
Just to get on diversion it will cost you at least $1,020.00. That's a lot of money. Second, you should be prepared to undergo a drug and alcohol evaluation and serve some community service.
Understanding that this is probably the minimum for diversion that you can expect, now we should consider the alternatives to diversion. These alternatives should be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and the professional advice of a Manhattan, KS attorney who practices regularly in Manhattan, KS Municipal Court can help you evaluate your options and make the choice that is right for you.
If you'd like a knowledgeable lawyer in Manhattan, KS to help you evaluate your case, please contact one here: www.manhattanksattorney.com
Just to get on diversion it will cost you at least $1,020.00. That's a lot of money. Second, you should be prepared to undergo a drug and alcohol evaluation and serve some community service.
Understanding that this is probably the minimum for diversion that you can expect, now we should consider the alternatives to diversion. These alternatives should be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and the professional advice of a Manhattan, KS attorney who practices regularly in Manhattan, KS Municipal Court can help you evaluate your options and make the choice that is right for you.
If you'd like a knowledgeable lawyer in Manhattan, KS to help you evaluate your case, please contact one here: www.manhattanksattorney.com
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Manhattan, KS Criminal Defense
A Manhattan, KS criminal defense attorney can help you if you've been arrested or charged with a crime or even a minor traffic infraction in Manhattan, KS or the surrounding communities. Possession of Marijuana and other illegal substances can land you jail time and major fines. On your second Marijuana offense, you're automatically charged with a felony.
Even more exasperating, if you're charged with possession more then enough Marijuana for "personal use" you may be charged with intent to distribute and no tax stamp. In order to get a tax stamp, you must go to the Kansas State Treasurer's office and obtain a tax stamp to affix to whatever "product" is in your possession. (If you're feeling a bit of outrage at this, you share my sentiment).
The important thing to remember is that when you have been arrested in Manhattan, KS call a Manhattan, KS attorney as soon as possible to discuss your case and preserve your rights.
Even more exasperating, if you're charged with possession more then enough Marijuana for "personal use" you may be charged with intent to distribute and no tax stamp. In order to get a tax stamp, you must go to the Kansas State Treasurer's office and obtain a tax stamp to affix to whatever "product" is in your possession. (If you're feeling a bit of outrage at this, you share my sentiment).
The important thing to remember is that when you have been arrested in Manhattan, KS call a Manhattan, KS attorney as soon as possible to discuss your case and preserve your rights.
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Kansas Tax Stamp for Marijuana
If you sell marijuana (or any illegal drug) you still have to pay taxes on it and it's an extra crime if you don't.
That's right, not only is it illegal to possess Marijuana and sell Marijuana, it's also illegal to sell it without paying taxes on it. You may need to read that last sentence one more time.
If you don't want to get caught without a tax stamp for your marijuana, you must go to the Kansas Department of Revenue and pay for a tax stamp. This drug tax stamp must be affixed to the packaged marijuana signifying that the taxes on that particular package have been paid. Just because selling drugs is illegal doesn't mean that the state doesn't want their fair share. You may even need more then one marijuana tax stamp depending on the amount of marijuana you plan on possessing or distributing.
In the event you are found to have enough marijuana to be charged with intent to distribute, prosecutors almost always tack on the extra charge of no tax stamp. Absurd? Probably. Ridiculous? Absolutely.
If you've found yourself without a tax stamp and, primarily, charged with possession of an illegal substance in Manhattan, KS or Junction City, KS, contact a knowledgeable attorney in the area to review your case.
That's right, not only is it illegal to possess Marijuana and sell Marijuana, it's also illegal to sell it without paying taxes on it. You may need to read that last sentence one more time.
If you don't want to get caught without a tax stamp for your marijuana, you must go to the Kansas Department of Revenue and pay for a tax stamp. This drug tax stamp must be affixed to the packaged marijuana signifying that the taxes on that particular package have been paid. Just because selling drugs is illegal doesn't mean that the state doesn't want their fair share. You may even need more then one marijuana tax stamp depending on the amount of marijuana you plan on possessing or distributing.
In the event you are found to have enough marijuana to be charged with intent to distribute, prosecutors almost always tack on the extra charge of no tax stamp. Absurd? Probably. Ridiculous? Absolutely.
If you've found yourself without a tax stamp and, primarily, charged with possession of an illegal substance in Manhattan, KS or Junction City, KS, contact a knowledgeable attorney in the area to review your case.
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