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There really isn't a difference. Possession of Drug Paraphernalia means you're caught possessing a pipe, rolling papers, or other item that can be directly connected to the use of a narcotic. Possessing an instrument of crime includes drug paraphernalia but extend to burglary tools, weapons, etc. The former may be a lesser charge of the second.

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Q: What is the difference in being charged with having drug paraphernalia and charged with possessing and instrument of crime?
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