Marijuana Possession Defense Lawyer in Atlanta

Understanding Georgia's Marijuana Laws

In the state of Georgia, a defendant will typically face misdemeanor charges for the possession of marijuana. A defendant will also face driver's license suspension, in addition to possible imprisonment, fines, probation and community service.

For a first or second marijuana possession (less than one ounce), a defendant may face:

• Imprisonment for up to 12 months
• Fines of up to $1,000

A first-time offender may qualify for diversion, meaning he or she would be granted probation in lieu of jail time.

A defendant may also face felony marijuana possession charges. These apply if the defendant is accused of being in possession of more than one ounce of marijuana.

The penalties for this drug crime may include:

• 1 to 10 years in prison
• Heavy fines

Enhanced penalties will also apply if the defendant is accused of possession with the intent to sell, marijuana trafficking, or possession within a certain distance of a school.

Fight for Your Future with the Law Office of Matthew T. McNally!

Law enforcement may have discovered marijuana in your possession, in your car or on your property, but this does not necessarily mean that you should be found guilty. A competent Atlanta drug crime lawyer can find procedural mistakes and use rights violations in a defendant's favor to turn a case around and seek a positive result.

To learn more about your legal options and your rights in the face of possession of marijuana charges, be sure to get in touch with an Atlanta drug crime lawyer at our firm as soon as possible.