Several different charges and different length sentences depending on the cirme and the offense charged. (e.g.: A Federal felon in possession of a firearm can be imprisoned for up to 15 years.)
An offense which mandates a prison sentence of at least one year and one day is, by definition, a felony.
Unlawful POSSESSION of it is.
He was a previously convicted felon who went out and bought machine guns illegally. He has completed 1000 hours of community service and begins a 1 year jail sentence in March 2009.
Unlawful possession is when you have a illegal items ex.(drugs,guns) which are outlawed in your state because unlwaful means against the law.
Yes, it is illegal for an unlawful drug user to be in possession of a firearm under federal law.
Unlawful Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Possession of CS gas, a commonly used riot control agent, is considered a criminal offense in many jurisdictions. The sentence can vary depending on the laws of the specific location, but it often includes fines, probation, and potentially jail time, particularly if the possession is deemed illegal or for unlawful purposes.
Unlawful possession of marijuana
That depends, possession of what? firearms? marijuana? cocaine? Alcohol?
Unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia - UPODP
It depends. If your conditions of supervision restrict the possession of firearms, or if you are on probation for an offense punishable by one year or more, or if you are an unlawful user or addicted to a controlled substance (failed 2 or more drug tests)
In the UK, the maximum sentence for possession of a firearm without a certificate is typically five years in prison. However, if the firearm is used in the commission of a crime or if the individual has previous convictions, the sentence can be significantly increased. The law is strict regarding illegal firearms possession, reflecting the serious nature of the offense. Other factors, such as the specific circumstances of the case, can also influence the final sentence.