Felony Drug Possession Laws

Summary

Felony drug possession in Kentucky can result in severe penalties, including imprisonment and fines. The legality of a stop and search depends on reasonable suspicion and probable cause. If your vehicle had valid tags, it should not be grounds for a stop unless there was another valid reason. Consulting with a local attorney can help clarify the legality based on all the facts of your case.

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Felony possession of drugs
Hello Shannon, to give you the most relevant information, could you please provide me with your current location? The laws regarding felony drug possession vary by state.
Marshal co ky
Hello Shannon, in Kentucky, felony drug possession laws are quite strict.
- Possession of controlled substance, 1st degree (class D felony)
- Possession of controlled substance, 2nd degree (class A misdemeanor)
- Possession of controlled substance, 3rd degree (class A misdemeanor)
Penalties can include imprisonment, fines, or both. Consider seeking local legal counsel.
The officer pulled me over under false pretenses. Does that constitute illegal stop and illegal search ?
Hello Shannon, the legality of a stop and search can be complex. In general:
- An officer needs reasonable suspicion for a traffic stop.
- Probable cause is needed for a search.
If these were not present, it may be an illegal stop/search. It's advisable to consult with a local attorney.
I had recently transferrwd my title and tags from illinois where they had suspended the tags. I had legal ky tags whwn stopped
Hello Shannon, in general, if your vehicle had valid tags at the time of the stop, it should not be grounds for a stop unless there was another valid reason. Consulting with a local attorney could help clarify the legality based on all the facts of your case.