<<back
Manufacturer of marijuana: If you manufacture marijuana not for your own use, you are guilty of a felony punishable by imprisonment of not less than five nor more than thirty years and a fine not to exceed $10,000.

Drug paraphernalia: If you sell or possess with the intent to sell drug paraphernalia, you are guilty of a class one misdemeanor. If you are eighteen years of age or older and you sell drug paraphernalia to a minor at least three years younger than you, you are guilty of a class six felony. A class six felony consists of a jail sentence of not less than one year nor more than five years, or in the discretion of the jury or the court trying the case without a jury, confinement in jail for not more than twelve months and a fine of not more than $2,500, either or both.

Transporting marijuana into Virginia: If you are caught transporting five or more pounds of marijuana into Virginia with the intent to sell or distribute, you are guilty of a separate and district felony punishable for not less than five years nor more than forty years in prison, and a fine not to exceed $500,000.

Notwithstanding the possible jail sentence and fines, having a drug-related conviction on your criminal record can adversely affect other aspects of your life. If you are in the military, it can affect your chances for promotion or for gaining security clearance. A drug conviction can affect your ability to get a job as a lawyer, a nurse, a doctor, a politician, a teacher, or a law enforcement officer.

DISCLAIMER: David A. Cardon is an attorney at the Virginia Beach office of Cardon and Goodman, P.C. who concentrates his legal practice in traffic, criminal, and personal injury law. Mr. Cardon provides the materials contained above as a public service and on an informational basis only. These materials are not intended to be a comprehensive statement of Virginia law, and are not intended to convey legal advice. If you have a legal problem, you should consult with an attorney in your area who can investigate the particular circumstances of your situation. You can contact David Cardon, Esquire at (757) 306-9060 or dcardon@cglawfirm.net.

VIRGINIA BEACH, NORFOLK, PORTSMOUTH, CHESAPEAKE, HAMPTON, NEWPORT NEWS

1192 SOUTH LYNNHAVEN PARKWAY VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23452  757-306-9060  EMAIL US  

Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!