Legal Question in Criminal Law in New York

possesion of cocaine

can you get jail time for posession of cocain or buying? do you have to be caught in tha act of buying?


Asked on 12/04/08, 1:50 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Christopher Hoyt The Law Offices of Christopher W. Hoyt

Re: possesion of cocaine

Yes, possession alone is a crime. You may be facing up to one year in jail. If you possess more than a little cocaine then there may be a higher level charge depending on the total weight.

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Answered on 12/04/08, 1:55 pm
Joseph Potashnik Joseph Potashnik and Associates, PLLC

Re: possesion of cocaine

Yes, you can get jail time. Will you go jail is another question.

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Answered on 12/04/08, 1:55 pm
Carlos Gonzalez Gonzalez Legal Associates PLLC

Re: possesion of cocaine

Absolutely... You can get jail time for either... All dependant on the weight of drug in question.

Our office is highly experienced in drug cases, including what was termed the biggest drug bust in the history of westchester county...

Feel free to contact us for a no fee consultation at 212.709.8303

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Answered on 12/04/08, 2:05 pm


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