Florida's marijuana laws, statute 893.13, and following, spell out penalties for specific offenses as follows:
- Possession: Under 20 grams: 1st degree misdemeanor; over 20 grams: 3rd degree felony
- Possession with intent to sell: 3rd degree felony, unless less than 20 grams for no consideration, then 1st degree misdemeanor: penalty as in §§775.082, 083, 084; Subsequent offense: 10 years.
- Delivery: Under 20 grams for no consideration (i.e. money or trade)
- Trafficking: 1st degree felony; 25-2000 pounds 25-2000 pounds: mandatory $25,000 and 3 years; 2000-10,000 pounds: mandatory $50,000 and 7 years; Over 10,000 pounds: 15 years and mandatory $200,000
- Paraphernalia: possession of equipment, product or material intended for use in relation to drugs
Did police use proper procedures in gathering evidence? Or did they engage in illegal search and seizure?
- Can police account for the marijuana seized from the time they took possession of it until they presented it to the prosecution and prove that the sample was not tampered with?
- Can they prove that the amount named in your charges is in fact the amount that they seized at the time of your arrest?
- Did they improperly force forfeiture of your property (car or money, for example) in connection with the arrest?
- Can they prove that paraphernalia or grow house supplies listed in your criminal charges were, in fact, intended for use in illegal activities involving marijuana?
The Law Offices of Mark L. Horwitz, P.A., is available to serve as your Orlando, Florida, criminal defense firm after a marijuana arrest. We defend clients in drug cases in Florida, circuit and appellate courts, and U.S. federal district courts, courts of appeals, and the U.S. Supreme Court. It is important to have an attorney as soon as possible when under investigation. Our attorneys vigorously defend the rights of clients to prevent investigations from resulting in arrests and to defend criminal charges if filed. Contact our Orlando law office to schedule an appointment to discuss your situation with a lawyer
Experienced Florida Pot Misdemeanor Attorney
Our attorneys use aggressive and effective defense strategies to minimize the negative impact of marijuana offense charges. For thorough criminal defense representation, contact the Law Offices of Mark L. Horwitz in Orlando, Florida. Call our law office at (407) 401-7224 or (866) 784-0023 to schedule a consultation with an experienced Orlando marijuana possession defense lawyer.









