Drug Possession Attorney in Kansas: Country Stampede ­­­

Possession of illegal drugs or paraphernalia will likely land you a criminal charge for possession of controlled substance.  Things like Mary Jane, cocaine, molly, snow, X, marijuana, blow, reefer, powder, soft cookies, are all terms for drugs which are illegal to possess in the State of Kansas.

Possession of a controlled substance, paraphernalia, or any form of drug, can land you with some harsh consequences. Even the residue in a smoking or storing device (sometimes called resin) can be grounds for a possession charge if it tests positive for a controlled substance.

Drug possession charges range from a misdemeanor to a felony with the possible sentence range from diversion to prison.  There also may be educational class requirements to educate about drug addiction.  Sometimes many hours of community service will be required. And needless to say, you can expect thousands of dollars in fines if you get convicted.

For more information and a free consultation, contact a Kansas Criminal Attorney in your area. The knowledge and skill of your legal counsel can make a major difference in the outcome of your case.

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. 

Drug Possession Charges in Manhattan, KS

An unfortunate result of being a college town, Manhattan, KS has it's fair share of drug use and trafficking.  Many a young college student, in the throws of college experimentation, will try marijuana and other drugs during their stint at Kansas State University.

Illegal or not, young men and women will inevitably try new things and sometimes it will lead them to getting caught with Marijuana, Cocaine, Psilocybin, among others, by the Riley County Police Department. No one ever wants to make the call to their parents to inform them you were caught with possession of controlled substance here in Manhattan, KS.  It's worth noting that your first possession of Marijuana charge is a misdemeanor but your second is an automatic felony. 

If you get caught with possession of controlled substances in Riley County, Geary County, or the aptly named Pott. County, contact a local Manhattan, KS lawyer to see what you can do to protect your rights and preserve your chances of a positive outcome at trial.  And if you're selling, don't forget to have a tax stamp for your drugs. 

Drug Possession in Kansas

In Kansas, possession of certain drugs is a crime.  This includes methamphetamine, Marijuana, MDMA, Cocaine, and so many other specifically named illegal drugs that I don't have time to list them all. 

The most common drug charge I see is Possession of Marijuana.  This charge often results after a cop pulls someone over for a minor traffic infraction and either smells "raw marijuana" or "burnt marijuana."  Once a cop smells either kind of M.J. they will typically attempt to search the vehicle. 

Whether they actually smell it, or just suspect there's marijuana in the car, the cop almost always will ask for permission to search your vehicle.  Sometimes they even say something like "if you don't have anything to hide, why don't you let us search your car."  In either case, you do not have to give them permission to search. You are giving them permission to violate your constitutional rights.  You are the only one that can willingly give those up.

If you get arrested for possession of Marijuana in Manhattan, KS or the surrounding areas, you still have rights.  To exercise your rights and to make sure your rights are being respected, call a Manhattan, KS attorney for a consultation.