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1. The Crime of Drug Possession: Its Not What You Think It Is November 05, 2009 The government engineered a drug bust where Defendant Kitchen was scheduled to purchase two kilograms of cocaine from federal agents. Kitchen got into the vehicle of the undercover federal agents and picked up the kilograms of cocaine and held them for a couple of seconds. He inspected the substance and made a comment on its purity. At that point, federal agents arrested him. Kitchen was charged with possession of cocaine with intent to distribute in violation of 21 U.S.C.A. 841(a)(1). Drug Law 21 U.S.C.A. 841 (a) Except as authorized by this title, it shall be unlawful for any person know... (read more) Author: Sam Cadbury

2. A Criminal Attorney For Defense November 05, 2009 What should be the course of action of someone accused of a criminal case like possession of explosives, aggravated assault, residential burglary, carjacking and vehicular hijacking, drug crimes, drunk driving, forgery, identity theft, murder, manslaughter, probation violations, unfair and deceptive acts, and unlawful use of credit cards. People generally keep wondering over the very requirement of a criminal attorney only. And even if they somehow get convinced about the need of an attorney, confusion still prevails in the minds of most of them about which lawyer should be hired to represen... (read more) Author: Daniel Martin

3. Finally! Fair Sentencing For All Cocaine Offenders Regardless of Race October 02, 2009 On April 29 th 2009, Assistant U.S. Attorney General, Lanny Breur announced that the DOJ and its administration support ending the 100:1 sentencing disparity between crack and powder cocaine thus equalizing the sentencing regimes. Current Sentencing for Cocaine Crimes Currently, the sentencing guidelines for Federal drug charges such as possession of cocaine for sale is based on the weight of the controlled substance. For more than 20 years, as an example: possession of 5 grams of crack would earn the same mandatory 5 year sentence as possession of 500 grams of powder cocaine. The inh... (read more) Author: Sam Cadbury

4. What is Long Beach Collective? September 30, 2009 Cannabis is known for its use as psychoactive drug. In the early twentieth century the possession, sale or use of the Cannabis was banned. But now, some countries have lessened the punishment. The price of Cannabis varies widely from region to region. Adulterants used in Cannabis are chalk and glass particles that are very uncommon. Inhaling Cannabis through smoking is the most harmful and dangerous method. Inhaling the organic material directly can cause serious health problems. While inhaling Long Beach Collective Cannabis through vaporizer is a better option. As the active elements of the p... (read more) Author: Francis Adam

5. Effects Of Cannabis Addiction September 28, 2009 Cannabis is a plant that we commonly call marijuana, ganja in herbal form or hashish in resinous form. It has been commonly used way back prehistoric times. However, its use became prevalent in the 20th century when cannabis was utilized for religious, spiritual, medicinal and even recreational purposes. It was then that its possession, use or sale was prohibited. To date, the use of cannabis for drug use or cannabis addiction remains illegal all throughout the most parts of the world. Psychologically, cannabis is already a recognized addictive drug. Cannabis addiction occurs when one’s m... (read more) Author: William Doyle

6. Federal Case Defense: When it's You vs. the Feds September 24, 2009 Whenever a person is being convicted of a federal offense, he or she will want a federal case defense lawyer on the case. Here’s a list – by no means exhaustive – of the charges that deserve the attention of federal defense lawyers: Insurance fraud, embezzlement, extortion, tax fraud; violent crimes like kidnapping, manslaughter, aggravated assault; sexual offenses like statutory rape, solicitation of prostitution, child pornography; other misdemeanors and felonies like money laundering, mail fraud, bank fraud, disorderly conduct, robbery; drug possession with intent to distribute, culti... (read more) Author: Priyank Saxena

7. The Wisdom of Speaking With a Drug Possession Lawyer Right After Arrest September 21, 2009 Should it befall upon you that you are arrested with drugs in your possession, you need the assistance of a drug possession lawyer immediately. Even though you might have the drugs in your possession at the time of your arrest, it does not mean you will a guilty judgment. Do not plead guilty or even make a statement until you have first consulted with your attorney. Consultation with a lawyer before the police or any other law enforcement agent can question you is your right as an American citizen. Do not give up this right. This is not to recommend interfering with the process, but rathe... (read more) Author: Mark Sierra

8. Mexico Decriminalizes Small Drug Possession August 27, 2009 Executive Summary – Mexico has passed a law eliminating criminal penalties for possessing small amount of Marijuana (5 grams is maximum allowed), Cocaine (half of a gram), Heroin (50 milligrams), LSD (o15 milligrams), Methamphetamine (40 milligrams). People apprehended a third time under the new law would be forced to enter into a treatment program. Discussion – This new law will encourage drug abuse tourism. Before the new law tourists caught with small quantities of the drugs could be extorted by police using the threat of criminal charges being filed against them. They would be taken i... (read more) Author: Aurelia Masterson

9. Los Angeles Outpatient Rehab July 08, 2009 Spending for treatment in the state of California has doubles since the year 2000 when voters passed Proposition 36, a policy that seeks alternatives to incarceration for drug offenders. The prison population has decreased from 27 percent to 21 percent and taxpayers have been able to save hundreds of millions of dollars by investing their money in treatment programs instead of paying for prison terms which do not solve offenders addiction problems. The rate of imprisonment for drug possession offenses has decreased by more the 34 percent and residents support the moveme... (read more) Author: addiction professor

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