Legal Question in Criminal Law in Minnesota

Is 5th degree posession of a controlled substance considered a voilent crime?


Asked on 10/10/11, 11:28 am

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Maury Beaulier612.240.8005 Minnesota Lawyers

No. A fifth degree felony possession is not considered a violent crime. the only way it would be considered a crime of violence is if a weapon was present in proximity to the contraband resulting in an enhanced charge and end enhanced penalties for the offense.

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Answered on 10/11/11, 8:15 am


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