Legal Question in Criminal Law in Minnesota

wanted to know what a first timer would get for a 3rd degree control substance


Asked on 4/11/12, 2:46 am

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Maury Beaulier612.240.8005 Minnesota Lawyers

I am afraid determining potential penalties is not possible without a full review of the facts. A third degree possession charge, however, is extremely serious. It is a felony which is punishable by imprisonment for not more than 20 years or to payment of a fine of not more than $250,000, or both. The presumptive sentence is 21 monts stayed with no prior offenses which means it is likely that jail time ay range from 0 to 365 days. Often, the sentence depends on how well the case is handled including raising defenses to the charge

Remember, there are always defenses. Often, the defenses do not become apparent until full discovery has been provided and reviewed.

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Answered on 4/11/12, 3:44 pm


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