Legal Question in Criminal Law in Tennessee

Re: drugs

�OxyContin� is a trade name for the drug oxycodone hydrochloride which is a Schedule II Controlled Substance. In Tennessee, the crime of sale, possession for sale, or delivery of a Schedule II Controlled Substance is governed by TCA 39-17-407. The ultimate penalty that could be received is dependant on the a number of factors including the amount of the controlled substance, the defendant�s criminal history, and whether the defendant is charged in a State or Federal court.

Generally, In Tennessee the sale, possession for sale, or delivery of a Schedule II Controlled Substance is a Class C-Felony for which the potential jail time is 3 to 15 years. In addition, if the offense took place in a �School Zone� the potential exposure could be from 8 to 30 years or more with mandatory jail time at 100%.

To say the least, your �friend� needs a criminal defense attorney. If he or she is interested, I may be reached through my website at TennesseeDefense.com for consultation.