By Pierce Blitch
Every state has its own rules for handling illegal drug possession. Georgia is no different, with clear penalties for drug offenses. Under Georgia law, different illegal substances have specific penalties.
The Weight of Cocaine Possession Charges
Cocaine possession charges in Georgia depend on the amount and the number of offenses. Possession of any amount can lead to a felony charge due to cocaine’s high potency. If someone has an ounce or more, the charge escalates to trafficking leading to harsher penalties.
First-Time Offense: No Leniency
Cocaine is a schedule II narcotic drug in Georgia. Less than 1 gram = 1-3 years; 1.01-4 grams = 1-8 years; you don’t get to the 15 year range unless we’re at the 4.01-28 grams is 1-15.
Evan a first-time cocaine conviction can mean 15 years in prison for possession or 5 to 30 years for selling. Repeat offenses or serious factors, like selling cocaine near a minor, result in even stiffer penalties. The amount of cocaine found directly affects the court’s punishment.
Georgia’s Accountability Court: A Second Chance
Despite harsh laws, Georgia offers a program for first-time offenders to seek counseling and addiction treatment instead of long sentences. This program, known as accountability court, is available in several counties. Other consequences of drug charges can include losing driving privileges and property, making it crucial to get advice from a seasoned criminal defense attorney to build a strong defense.
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