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The document outlines the federal crime of possessing a controlled substance with intent to distribute, as defined by 21 USC § 841(a)(1). It specifies the necessary elements for conviction, including knowing possession and intent to distribute. The maximum penalty varies based on the substance involved, which is determined by the court at sentencing. Additionally, it references legal precedents related to defenses and evidentiary issues.

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What is possession with intent to distribute Class A Massachusetts?

(a) Any person who knowingly or intentionally manufactures, distributes, dispenses, or possesses with intent to manufacture, distribute or dispense a controlled substance in Class A of section thirty-one shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison for not more than ten years or in a jail or house of

What is possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver?

A charge for possession with intent to deliver is often used by federal prosecutors when someone is arrested with a large quantity of illegal drugs in their possession and/or a large amount of drug paraphernalia.

What is a Class A vs B vs C drug?

Class A and B include opioids and derivatives; Class C includes some narcotics; Class D includes marijuana; and Class E includes narcotics that contain additional substances.

What drugs are class A in Massachusetts?

Class A Substances in Massachusetts include many narcotics sold in pure, liquid or powder form, with , morphine, methamphetamines, ecstasy and ketamine (Special K) being the most prominent.

What is a class A felony in Massachusetts?

In most cases, if a felony is not classified by a letter grade in the section defining it, the felony is classified as follows: Class A: if the maximum term of imprisonment authorized is life imprisonment, or if the maximum penalty is death.

How long is a sentence for possession with intent to distribute?

Navigating a first offense For possession with intent to distribute at least 500 grams but less than 5 kilograms of , a first-time offender faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 5 years and a maximum of 40 years in prison. The fine can be up to $5 million for individuals.

What does intent to distribute mean?

In California, the criminal charge of possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance is a more serious felony offense than simple misdemeanor drug possession. This offense is often called drug possession with intent to sell and is codified under California Health and Safety Code 11351 HS.

Is possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute in Texas?

Section 481.112 of the Texas Controlled Substances Act states that it is illegal for an individual to knowingly possess, deliver, or manufacture any controlled substance with the intent to distribute it.

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