Massachusetts Possession of Drug Laws

Having drugs in your possession is seen as a serious offense.  It is much better to be charged with possessing a controlled substance under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 94 C, section 34 than distributing drugs.  In order for the state to prove that a defendant possessed drugs, the prosecutor must prove that the defendant intentionally possessed a controlled substance beyond a reasonable doubt.

Massachusetts Possession of Drug Penalties

The penalties of drug possession are dependent on the type of drug the defendant is charged.  For the possession of heroin, a person could face jail time up to 2 years, a fine of not more than $5000 or probation.  A conviction of heroin or cocaine will lead to the defendant’s right to operate a motor vehicle to be suspended by the registry.

Massachusetts Drug Possession Defense Attorneys

Attorney Jason Chan have prosecuted and defended many of these cases in the district and superior courts.  If you are charged with a drug offense, call and talk to a lawyer right away.

Call Attorney Jason Chan today at 508-808-8902 to talk about your drug possession case.