Criminal Defense Lawyer For Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the 7th Degree
Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree is a class A misdemeanor, which means it is a crime in New York State and only one level below a felony offense.
As a result, a Rochester resident convicted of this criminal offense faces serious penalties.
Potential penalties for the crime of Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree include up to one year in jail, a fine of up to $1,000, and a period of probation of up to three years.
The fine may be combined with any other sentence imposed, so a jail term and a fine may both be imposed.
A person convicted of this crime may also be sentenced to jail for up to 60 days and still be placed on probation after being released.
Because of the nature of this crime, it is also not unusual for a court to require drug counseling, either as a condition of probation or in exchange for leniency at sentencing.
Many local courts are also involved in “Drug Court” programs that require drug counseling and monitoring in exchange for a more lenient plea or sentence.
Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree is a crime and has serious consequences.
If you have been charged with a drug crime, you need an experienced criminal attorney who will protect your rights. We can be reached at 585-484-7432.
