Drug Offenses

Facing Drug Charges?

Navigating drug charges can be complicated, which is why hiring an experienced criminal defense attorney is your best option when you're facing drug charges. At McCabe Law Offices, we are dedicated to our clients and their cases, making sure their rights are upheld and respected. Call our offices at 570-287-0100 to set up a free consultation to discuss your case.

Felony vs. Misdemeanor

When it comes to drug charges, understanding the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony is critical. In Pennsylvania, possession of illegal drugs intended for personal use is considered a misdemeanor offense, no matter the amount or the weight of the substance. A common term for this type of drug offense is "simple possession" so that it is not confused with "possession with intent to deliver," or PWID.

False Prescription

In the state of Pennsylvania, it is against the law to obtain controlled substances from a pharmacy by using a forged or fake prescription. Controlled substances are ranked from Schedule 1 through Schedule 5, with 1 being the highest potential for abuse, and 5 being the lowest. Some of the examples of these substances are as follows:

Schedule 1: Ecstasy, LSD, marijuana, magic mushrooms, and heroin
Schedule 2: Oxycodone, Adderall, meth, cocaine, Vicodin, and Ritalin
Schedule 3: Ketamine, testosterone, Tylenol with codeine, and anabolic steroids
Schedule 4: Valium, Ambien, Soma, Xanax, and Darvocet
Schedule 5: Lyrica, Lomotil, Robitussin AC, Motofen, and Parepectolin
Drug Dealer Under Arrest — Kingston, Pennsylvania — McCabe Law Offices

Let Us Help You

When you're facing drug charges, you want an attorney who will fight for you and do everything possible to give you the best chance against your charges. Our goal is to provide legal services that offer our clients the best possible outcome. We look at every fact and every piece of evidence to give your case the attention it deserves. Call us today at 570-287-0100 for a free consultation.
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