Any person(s) who knowingly or unknowingly possess any controlled substance except when dispensed or prescribed by or under the direction of a person licensed by the state to dispense, prescribe, or administer controlled substances. The highest category in possession determines overall penalty.
Shall be liable under a Class C offense only. Sentencing guidelines are located in the chart below.
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Category |
Punishment |
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A |
A monetary fine of up to $4,500 and a term of imprisonment no greater than 20 hours. |
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B |
A monetary fine of up to $3,750 and a term of imprisonment no greater than 15 hours. |
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C |
A monetary fine of up to $3,000 and a term of imprisonment no greater than 10 hours. |
|
D |
A monetary fine of up to $2,250 and a written or verbal warning |
|
T |
A monetary fine of up to $500 and a written or verbal warning |
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