Legal Question in Criminal Law in New Jersey

My 18 yr old son was arrested and charged with NJS 2C-35-5B (2). Possession, attempt to distribute cocaine. He had 23 grams on him. How many ounces is 23 grams. What is the jail time and fines for this second degree crime?


Asked on 5/07/12, 4:57 pm

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Gary Moore Gary Moore Attorney At Law

For the offense charged, possession with intent to distribute cocaine, weighing more than one half ounce and less than five ounces, the maximum prison sentence is ten years, Upon conviction imprisonment is mandatory. Call me if you like. Also, the maximum fine is $75,000.00, but a fine is not generally the focus of the punishment upon conviction, prison time. is.

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Answered on 5/07/12, 5:04 pm


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