Oakland County drug possession lawyer Paul J. Tafelski releases a new article (https://www.michigandefenselaw.com/drug-possession-lawyer/) explaining controlled substanced in Michigan. The lawyer mentions that a person may be charged with drug possession under Michigan Law if they are in possession of a controlled substance or controlled substance analogue that has not been prescribed by a medical professional.
“A controlled substance analogue is a drug that is chemically similar to a controlled substance; these are sometimes referred to as ‘designer drugs.’ You can also be charged with drug possession if you have a blank prescription form and are not a qualified medical professional. The penalties for a drug possession charge, if you are convicted, are extraordinarily steep,” says the Oakland County drug possession lawyer.
The lawyer explains that a person can face fines, prison time, and a felony conviction that can impact their life significantly if they are convicted of drug possession. Their ability to get a job or to get accepted to college can also be affected by this conviction.
Attorney Paul J. Tafelski says that controlled substances are drugs whose use is controlled by laws and regulations at the Federal state level. These substances are classified depending on their potential to cause addiction and abuse. Classifications for these substances are referred to as “schedules”.
In the article, attorney Tafelski mentions that there are five schedules for classifying drugs and they are denoted by Roman numerals I to V. The lower numbers usually have the highest potential for abuse and higher numbers have the least potential. However, the consequences of being convicted of drug possession are always severe.
According to the defense attorney, “Drug possession penalties depend on two factors: the schedule of the drug and the amount law enforcement says you had. Under Michigan law, penalties are highest for Schedule I and II drugs and they climb with the amount as well.”
Lastly, attorney Paul Tafelski emphasizes the importance of having a skilled lawyer when facing charges of drug possession in Michigan. Having an experienced attorney may be able to help the defendant understand their rights and protect their freedom.
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