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Yes. Possession of marijuana is a criminal offense under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. You don't have to be the owner - you just have to have, or possess, the marijuana. There are medical exceptions. If you are charged with possession of marijuana, you should speak to a lawyer.
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∙ 6y agoAny crimes that are related to possession and/or selling illegal substances are criminal offenses.
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Are switchblades legal in Massachusetts?
No, switchblades are illegal in Massachusetts. They are considered dangerous weapons and possession of them is a criminal offense in the state.
Is possession of marijuana a motor vehicle offense?
no its considered a criminal offenses it wont show up on a motor vehicle record it will show up in your criminal record
Will you have a criminal record for first time offense of possession of marijuana in South Africa?
Marijuana is illegal in South Africa as it is in most places.
Is blackmail a criminal or a civil offense?
Blackmail is a criminal offense.
Does Stephen Harper think that if you are in possession of marijuanna you should be punished as if it were a crime?
Yes, because it is a crime.
Is driving while intoxicated a civil or criminal offense?
It is a criminal offense.
First time offense misdemeanor possession?
Possession of WHAT?
How can a civil offense be a criminal offense?
It cannot.
How long will a misdemeanor possession of marijuana stay on an individuals record in Utah?
If you committed the offense after your 18th birthday it will remain a permanent part of your criminal history record.
Can you have a charge taken off your criminal record that's been repealed?
Under the ex post facto rule, you cannot be charged with a criminal offense if it was not a criminal offense at the time you committed it. By the same token, if you committed a criminal offense that has since been repealed (meaning this is no longer a criminal offense) you still are considered having a criminal record for that offense.
Is a DUI a criminal offense or not in the state of VA?
Yes, DUI is a criminal offense in the Commonwealth of VA.
Is there a difference between a criminal felony and a vehicle and traffic felony?
Legally, no, there is no difference. A felony offense is a felony offense in the eyes of the law. As a practical matter however, in todays society there is less stigma attached to the vehicle offense than to the criminal offense. HOWEVER - as far ast the possession of firearms is concerned - USE CAUTION -you would need to apply for expungement and/or to get your firearms rights returned, or you could be in BIG trouble.
