Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Is it against the law for a pregnant women to use illegal drugs


Asked on 9/15/10, 7:50 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Michael Stone Law Offices of Michael B. Stone Toll Free 1-855-USE-MIKE

It's against the law for anybody to possess drugs illegally. Pregnant women face extra consequences such as possible child endangerment charges and the possibility that the baby will be stolen by social workers.

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Answered on 9/20/10, 7:58 pm
Edward Hoffman Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman

Mr. Stone took the words right out if my mouth, except the part about the baby being "stolen by social workers." In reality, they could take the baby lawfully and the mother could end up losing all of her parental rights. Additionally, the baby could die or be born with major medical problems, possibly including full-blown addiction. This is serious business. If you're the mother, get help. If the mother is someone you know, get help for her.

Good luck.

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Answered on 9/20/10, 8:20 pm


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