Marijuana Possession

You may be keeping your eye on the MORE Act…but more needs to be done with it until it becomes law. As of this writing, the House of Representatives recently approved the bill that would remove marijuana from the list of dangerous drugs. Next step — the Senate.  If it happens to become law, the … [Read more...] about What happens if I have marijuana in my car?

Police Searching Car In Okaloosa County After Smelling Marijuana Under Florida Law, if the police officer, based on his/her training and experience, smells what they believe to be the odor of marijuana or cannabis, they have probable cause to search your car. However, based on the circumstances … [Read more...] about Can A Cop In Okaloosa County Search My Car or House If He Says He Smells Marijuana?

In Florida, and specifically Okaloosa County & Walton County, we see various types of charges relating to marijuana possession. Clearly, the most common charges are Possession of Marijuana under 20 grams and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. These are both first degree misdemeanors and are … [Read more...] about Felony vs. Misdemeanor Possession of Marijuana or Cannabis in Okaloosa County

Marijuana penalties in Okaloosa County, Florida, are classified two ways - misdemeanor and felony. Misdemeanor penalties are considered "first degree" offense, punishable by up to 1 year in Jail. Those charges include: Possession of Marijuana Under 20 Grams Possession of Drug … [Read more...] about Misdemeanor & Felony Marijuana Penalties In Okaloosa County

If you are going to hire a criminal defense attorney to defend you against your marijuana or drug related charges in Okaloosa County, Florida, you need to ask any lawyer you speak with if they are proficient in establishing technical defenses related to improper police searches, filing Motions to … [Read more...] about Legal & Factual Defenses For Marijuana And Drug Charges In Okaloosa County

If you appear in Okaloosa County Court and enter a plea that results in the conviction to an enumerated drug crime, such as Possession of Marijuana, you face some harsh penalties. Even for a misdemeanor possession of marijuana charge, you may face a combination of jail and probation for one year … [Read more...] about What A Possession Of Marijuana Conviction Can Mean In Okaloosa County