Legal Question in Criminal Law in California

Re: Level of Felony

In California state law (not Federal), felonies aren't divided into levels. Some have degrees, such as murder.

Possession for sales of marijuana (Health & Safety Code section 11359)is a felony and has a sentencing range of 16 months, 2 years or 3 years in state prison. There are no weight enhancements for marijuana.

Sales of marijuana is a different charge (Health & Safety 11360) and carries 2, 3, or 4 years in state prison.

Probation is a possibility for either charge.

Of course, the best outcome is to beat the charges. There may be legal defenses, search issues, etc.

Re: Level of Felony

Whatever the prosecutor feels he can prove. Get yourself an attorney unless you like prison food and accommodations. Feel free to contact me if serious about doing so.

Re: Level of Felony

Felonies are not categorized into levels under California law. The offense you are talking about carries a maximum sentence of 3 years in state prison. I would need to know more about the facts of your case and your background in order to give you a better idea about what realistically you are looking at.

Consider hiring a lawyer who knows a lot about marijuana, including defending medical marijuana cases. Feel free to visit my website at www.lentzlawfirm.com and the information listed there under the Medical Marijuana Practice Section.

Jacek W. Lentz, Esq.

310.273.1361

www.lentzlawfirm.com

Re: Level of Felony

Are you a medical patient? Are you a caregiver? Were you charged with possession only or possession with intent to distribute? First offense? Ever convicted of any other drug related offenses? What city/county did this occur in?

I'll need a bit more info before I can give you a difinitive answer.

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