Legal Question in Criminal Law in Louisiana

What is the average or possible sentence for possession of Schedule 2, Schedule 2 D, Schedule 3, Schedule 4 and marijuana in Louisiana? No prior drug charges, but did serve time for theft.


Asked on 3/07/12, 9:53 am

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Martha Amanda Mandi Lucas Mandie Seale Lucas

Possession of marijuana is a misdemeanor punishable up to 6 months in jail on the first offense. A second marijuana offense is a felony. All other drugs are felonies and are punishable from 1 year to 30 or more depending on circumstances or amount. Sentencing depends on a number of factors including previous felony convictions.

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Answered on 5/16/12, 5:44 pm


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