Many Canadians find themselves the subject of marijuana convictions. Whether the charge is possession or is linked to marijuana grow operations, it’s important you take it seriously. Even a minor charge can result in a criminal record.
Possession of marijuana is a criminal offense. It falls under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. If you have marijuana in your possession (on your person or your premises) even if you are holding it for somebody else, you can be charged with a criminal offense.
In order to secure a conviction, the crown council must establish beyond a reasonable doubt that the drug was discovered on your person or in your premises. In other words, they must prove that you had control of the contraband substance. Secondly and crucially, they must prove that you knew about the marijuana.
As you might expect, the extent of marijuana in your possession has a bearing on the seriousness of the offense. The larger the amount, the more chance you have of being charged with trafficking. If it is your first conviction and if the quantity of drugs does not exceed 30 grams then the maximum penalty that can be imposed is a $1000 fine and/or six months in jail. In most cases the penalty is more lenient than this. A criminal record however can have long repercussions. If you are found in possession of larger amounts or if you are connected to marijuana grow operations, the sentences and penalties become progressively harsher.
John Buchanan Criminal Lawer has proven experience in defending marijuana convictions. If you have been charged with possession or if you have been linked to marijuana grow operations, John Buchanan Criminal Law has a twenty four hour call service and offers free first-time consultation.
Possession of marijuana is a criminal offense. It falls under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. If you have marijuana in your possession (on your person or your premises) even if you are holding it for somebody else, you can be charged with a criminal offense.
In order to secure a conviction, the crown council must establish beyond a reasonable doubt that the drug was discovered on your person or in your premises. In other words, they must prove that you had control of the contraband substance. Secondly and crucially, they must prove that you knew about the marijuana.
As you might expect, the extent of marijuana in your possession has a bearing on the seriousness of the offense. The larger the amount, the more chance you have of being charged with trafficking. If it is your first conviction and if the quantity of drugs does not exceed 30 grams then the maximum penalty that can be imposed is a $1000 fine and/or six months in jail. In most cases the penalty is more lenient than this. A criminal record however can have long repercussions. If you are found in possession of larger amounts or if you are connected to marijuana grow operations, the sentences and penalties become progressively harsher.
John Buchanan Criminal Lawer has proven experience in defending marijuana convictions. If you have been charged with possession or if you have been linked to marijuana grow operations, John Buchanan Criminal Law has a twenty four hour call service and offers free first-time consultation.
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