Possession of Methamphetamine is illegal, as with other forms of drugs. It is a wobbler in the State of  California, under health and safety code 11377. This basically means that depending on the circumstances of the case, the defendant can be charged with either a misdemeanor or felony offense.

There are several names by which this drug goes by. Popular aliases include meth, ice, crystal, rock and others. It speeds up the body’s functions, and impairs one’s judgment. In addition, if someone is caught under the influence of methamphetamine while driving, there will be two sentencing arrangements that defendants will have to face. These include possession of methamphetamine, and driving under the influence of drugs.

Both these crimes can result in jail time, monetary fines and other penalties. It doesn’t have to go that far however, with a lawyer by your side.

The drug defense attorney can fight to keep your record clean, or get lower sentencing. In addition, a lawyer may be able to help with keeping you out of jail, and retaining your assets, if he/she can prove that you possessed methamphetamine for personal use only.

Having this form of drugs with the intent to sell will usually result in much higher fines. On the other hand,  you may be qualified to participate in a drug diversion program if you only used the drugs for personal satisfaction. This can be determined through the evidence, such as quantities found at the time of arrest.

If you’ve been arrested for possession of Methamphetamine under California Health and Safety Code 11377, or other drug-related crimes, contact an attorney right away. Call (949) 250-6097 to speak to a lawyer..

Learn more about other California Section Penal Codes here.