Virginia Marijuana Possession

Marijuana Possession in Virginia

You can lose your license and go to jail, with a conviction for simple marijuana possession. It is important to hire an attorney, to preserve all options in your defense. All drug possession charges in Virginia can be serious - even a simple pot possession charge.

Virginia Marijuana Possession is a misdemeanor (unclassified), with a maximum penalty or 30 days in jail, and a $500 fine for a first offense.

Virginia Marijuana Possession: For a second (2nd) offense, the maximum penalty increases to 12 months in jail. It is a Class 1 misdemeanor.

As with any drug charge, conviction, or plea, you are at risk of having your license suspended if you are found guilty.

An attorney can challenge the prosecution to prove the drugs were legitimately in your control or on your property or person.

Even if the facts are sufficient to find you guilty, I will negotiate down sentencing and make the process as painless as possible for you.

I've defended hundreds of similar cases, and I've been able to save my clients from severe penalties countless times. Even if you believe you are guilty Give me a call - I'll listen to your case, review the evidence, and prepare a strategy to defend you.

Virginia Marijuana Possession Laws