You would think that while breaking the law, you might not want to draw attention to yourself. Well, whether this man from another state was advertising, or just happened to be wearing the wrong shirt while carrying drugs, we may never know. The man was arrested in Kmart wearing a t-shirt that said in larger letters, “WHO NEEDS DRUGS?” with an added line below stating, “No, seriously, I have drugs.” Seems like an unlucky coincidence that a county sheriff saw him unsuccessfully try to pass a plastic bag to another customer in line and then go hide it at another register. The baggie held marijuana and meth, both illegal in his home state and he is now facing two Possession of narcotics charges.
What is Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance in Greeley?
C.R.S. 18-18-403.5 – Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance – states it is:
Colorado law has classified all controlled substances and illegal drugs as Schedule I, II, III, IV, or V based on their characteristics. This means in Greeley, Erie, and Evans, the drug and which Schedule it falls under, determines the potential punishment for possession. The most commonly charged Possession crimes are for Schedule I, II or III drugs.
- Schedule I – C.R.S. 18-18-203:
- High potential for abuse
- No acceptable medical use
- Ex: Heroin, Ecstasy
- Schedule II – C.R.S. 18-18-204:
- High potential for abuse
- Some medical use, but sever restrictions apply
- Ex: Meth, Cocaine
- Schedule III – C.R.S. 18-18-205:
- Potential for abuse
- Have acceptable medical use
- Vicodin
Like the man who’s t-shirt screamed his guilt, Possession of a Schedule I or II controlled substance is a level 4 drug felony. This level drug felony has a maximum sentence of 1 year in Colorado Department of Corrections and a maximum fine of $100,000. Other drug violations can result in a level 1 or 2 drug felony or misdemeanor.
If you have been accused of a drug crime in Weld, Morgan or Logan County, do not delay. You could be arrested, lose your freedom, and go to prison or the Weld County Jail. Be smart, exercise your right to remain silent, and contact an experienced Greeley drug defense attorney today at 970-616-6009. Together, we can protect your future.
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