Arizona Drug Laws state, “A person shall not knowingly possess or use marijuana, possess marijuana for sale, produce marijuana; transport for sale, import into this state or offer to transport for sale or import into this state, sell, transfer or offer to sell or transfer marijuana.”
This chart gives you an idea of what charges, jail time and fees could be associated with a conviction of marijuana-related crimes.
Offense | Charge | Incarceration | Max. Fine | |
| Possession | ||||
Less than 2 lbs. | Felony | 4 mos. – 2 years | $750 | |
2 – 4 lbs. | Felony | 6 mos. – 2.5 years | $750 | |
More than 4 lbs. | Felony | 1 – 3.75 years | $750 | |
| Sale | ||||
Less than 2 lbs. | Felony | 1 – 3.75 years | $750 | |
2 – 4 lbs. | Felony | 2 – 8.75 years | $750 | |
More than 4 lbs. | Felony | 2 – 12.5 years | $750 | |
| Manufacture | ||||
Less than 2 lbs. | Felony | 6 mos. – 2.5 years | $750 | |
2 – 4 lbs. | Felony | 1 – 3.75 years | $750 | |
More than 4 lbs. | Felony | 2 – 8.75 years | $750 | |
| Trafficking | ||||
Less than 2 lbs. | Felony | 2 – 8.75 years | $750 | |
2 lbs. or more | Felony | 2 – 12.5 years | $750 | |
No matter how small or large the amount, if you have been charged with a marijuana-related crime in Arizona, it is imperative that you contact a Drug Defense Attorney immediately. Naegle & Crider Criminal Defense Attorneys has experience in defending drug crimes and can help you understand your options and your rights.
Contact Naegle & Crider Criminal Defense Attorneys at 480-245-5550.