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If you, or a loved one, has been arrested, or are about to be arrested, for drug charges, you, or your loved one, are about to be prosecuted for a crime which will have a negative impact on your future, forever. Not only will you be under the scrutiny of Rhode Island law enforcement officers but also you may be subject to investigation by federal authorities, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and/or Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).
The severity of the penalties for drug crimes in Rhode Island are detailed below but if you are driving when the alleged offenses occur your driving license could automatically have your driving license suspended for 6 months (1st offense) or suspended for one year for any subsequent offences.
A criminal record with drug charges will prevent you from obtaining certain types of work, and you do not want any drug charges to proceed to a successful prosecution. You must defend yourself with a results orientated drug charges lawyer….get Ann Sheeley on your side; call (410) 619-5555(888) 774-0007 now.
The following are a summary of the penalties associated with marijuana and cocaine crimes – for complete details please visit the Rhode Island state drug laws.
Rhode Island Cocaine Possession Crimes: Less than 1oz
Rhode Island has legalized the use and possession of Medical Marijuana but the conditions and use are strictly controlled. Possession of marijuana that is not covered by the medical marijuana states is a considered a serious crime and carries severe penalties.
Rhode Island Marijuana Possession Crimes: Less than 1 kilogram