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Question about drug offense

I live in florida. My boyfriend was pulled over by the police because they said that he was speeding. He was not , though. But he was wrote a speeding ticket and no speed was indicated on the citation. And they said the date on his license had been expired for a month.They asked could they search his car and he said no. They handcuffed him, but him in their backseat, and searched his car. They found a small amount of cocaine. He was arrested for constructive possession of cocaine, and bonded out. He is a convicted felony, and has a prior possession of cocaine from 10 years ago when he was 18. Do you have any idea if he is facing jail time, and if so, how much? Thanks


Asked on 4/21/08, 3:48 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Valerie Masters Valerie Masters, P.A.

Re: Question about drug offense

He is facing a maximum of 5 years in prison.

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Answered on 4/21/08, 3:53 pm
Richard Hornsby Richard E. Hornsby, P.A.

Re: Question about drug offense

Possession of Cocaine is punishable by up to five years in prison, five years of probation, or a fine of $5,000.

Even with a prior he is most likely just looking at probation. However, you should hire an attorney, as it looks like a Motion to Suppress could be filed, which might result in a dismissal of the case.

Please call me if you would like a consultation.

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Answered on 4/21/08, 4:10 pm


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