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Criminal Drug Charges

Criminal Drug Charges

When facing North Carolina Criminal Drug Charges, it can be hard to understand exactly how serious the offense is. Criminal charges range from Class 3 Misdemeanors to Felonies. Sentencing can range from just court costs and a fine, to substantial jail/prison time. Considering the risks of a drug conviction, you do not want to face them without the assistance of a seasoned Criminal Defense Lawyer. In addition, there may be issues with the State’s case which could result in dismissal of your charge. From search warrants, to basis for the search, and issues with a traffic stop, we may be able to challenge the State’s case to get a more favorable plea or dismissal. We have handled many different drug charges with favorable outcomes for our clients.


Drug Misdemeanors

Drug Misdemeanors

  • Possession of Marijuana/Drug Paraphernalia.
  • Possession of Marijuana.
  • Possession of Schedule II-V CS








*This is not a complete or extensive list, please call our office if your charge is not listed.*

Drug Felonies

Drug Felonies

  • Possession of Schedule I, II, III, IV, and/or VI.
  • Possession with the Intent to Sell/Distribute/Manufacture Schedule I, II, III, IV, V, and/or VI.
  • Maintaining Vehicle/Dwelling/Place Controlled Substance.
  • Sale/Delivery of Controlled Substance.
  • Drug Trafficking.








*This is not a complete or extensive list, please call our office if your charge is not listed.*

Drug Classifications

Drug Classifications

Drugs are classified into 6 different categories, also called “schedules”. Each schedule accounts for its potential for abuse and accepted medical use.



Schedule I

Highest potential for abuse and no accepted medical use.

  • Heroin
  • Ecstasy
  • Peyote
  • Opiates
  • GHB
  • Methaqualone
  • Fentanyl

Schedule II

Have a high addiction risk with little medical use.

  • Cocaine
  • Opium
  • Codeine
  • Hydrocodone
  • Morphine
  • Methadone

Schedule III

Have a less potential for abuse than I and II and have accepted medical uses.

  • Ketamine
  • Anabolic Steroids
  • Barbiturates


Schedule IV

Low potential for abuse and have accepted medical uses.

  • Heroin
  • Xanax
  • Valium
  • Darvon
  • Rohypnol
  • Clonazepam

Schedule V

Have a very low potential for abuse and have accepted medical uses. Abuse may lead to limited dependency.

  • Codeine
  • Certain Anticonvulsants
  • Drugs with limited concentrations of narcotics

Schedule V1

Have a low potential for abuse but no accepted medical uses in North Carolina.

  • Marijuana
  • Hashish
  • Hash Oil