Protecting Your Rights Against Drug Charges in North Carolina
Facing a drug charge in Greensboro, High Point, or anywhere in the Triad is serious. Whether you’ve been accused of possessing marijuana, selling prescription pills, or trafficking controlled substances, the penalties can be life-changing. You need more than a lawyer, you need an experienced criminal defense team that knows the local courts, the prosecutors, and the law inside and out.
Our Greensboro Defense Team has done just that; we’ve spent decades defending clients against all levels of drug crimes. We understand how Guilford, Randolph, and Alamance County, and surrounding jurisdictions all handle these cases. And we know how to push back.
Understanding North Carolina’s Drug Schedules
North Carolina divides controlled substances into six schedules based on potential for abuse, medical use, and safety concerns. The penalties depend on the schedule of the drug and your prior record. Examples include:
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Schedule I: Heroin, LSD, ecstasy – Class I felony, 4–5 months minimum.
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Schedule II: Cocaine, methamphetamine, opium – Class 1 misdemeanor for a first offense, felony for repeat.
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Schedule III: Ketamine, anabolic steroids – Class 1 misdemeanor for first offense, felony for repeat.
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Schedule IV: Valium, Xanax – Class 1 misdemeanor for first offense, felony for repeat.
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Schedule V: Cough medicines with codeine – Class 2 misdemeanor for first offense.
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Schedule VI: Marijuana, hashish – Class 3 misdemeanor for first offense.
Drug Paraphernalia Charges in Greensboro and High Point
Possession of drug paraphernalia in North Carolina is a Class 1 misdemeanor — in some cases, more serious than a small marijuana possession. Commonly charged items include pipes, rolling papers, grinders, syringes, baggies, scales, and even everyday objects the State claims are tied to drug use.
How Local Legal Experience Makes a Difference
In Greensboro or High Point, knowing the tendencies of local judges and prosecutors can mean the difference between a dismissal, a reduced charge, or a conviction. Our attorneys investigate whether police violated your rights, whether the search was legal, and whether the evidence truly connects to you.
Contact a Triad Drug Crimes Attorney Today
Call us today at (336) 360-5528 or contact us online below to schedule your free consultation. We’re here to protect your future in Greensboro, High Point, and across the Triad.
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