Drug Charges
A Minnesota drug crime charge involves any allegation of possessing, manufacturing, and trafficking, buying, selling or distributing an illegal controlled substance. Drug crimes can involve illegal drugs like cocaine, marijuana, and heroin, but they can also involve prescription drugs that are not prescribed to the user and simulated drugs.
Drug possession charges vary depending on the type and amount of drugs in possession. Minnesota drug crimes are classified the following five categories:
- First degree drug possession – punishable by up to $1 million in fines and 30 years in prison
- Second degree drug possession – punishable by up to $500,000 in fines and 25 years in prison
- Third degree drug possession – punishable by up to $250,000 in fines and 20 years in prison
- Fourth degree drug possession – punishable by up to $100,000 in fines and 15 years in prison
- Fifth degree drug possession – punishable by up to $10,000 in fines and 5 years in prison
In Minnesota, the police may also seize (sell or keep) any vehicle they believe was used in an illegal controlled substance violation. If they police have decided to seize your vehicle, you will provide you a Notice of their intent to forfeit your vehicle. If you have received this Notice, you must file a Petition for judicial review within 60 days of receiving the Notice. If you fail to file this Petition, you will never get your vehicle back.
Due to the seriousness of these charges and the possible penalties, it is critical you contact an experienced criminal defense attorney to help you with these types of cases. Call 763-682-1324 now for a free consultation.
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