At the state and federal levels of government, laws are established that regulate the possession of controlled substances. When a person is charged with breaking these laws, the charges will generally be classified as either simple possession or possession with the intent to deliver of a controlled substance. At first glance, these charges may seem similar; however, the difference between the two can be substantiated when it comes to how they are handled in the courts. Here is how law enforcement agencies classify drug charges along with their associated penalties. Guidelines for Simple Possession In most areas, simple possession of
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