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Possession for Sale of Marijuana - California Health and Safety Code Section 11359

By Walin & Klarich

Anyone charged with possession for sale of marijuana should speak with an experienced drug possession attorney in Southern California. Possession for sale of marijuana is a serious crime that comes with harsh penalties and consequences. California Health and Safety Code Section 11359 makes it a felony for anyone to unlawfully possess marijuana for the purpose of sales. To be convicted under Section 11359, it needs to be proven that the defendant unlawfully possessed marijuana; the defendant knew of its presence; the defendant knew of the substance?s nature as a controlled substance; the defendant possessed a usable amount; and that at the time of the possession, the defendant had the intent to sell it. With a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney on your side, you can raise certain defenses against this charge...continue to full post

Full post as published by Southern California Criminal Defense Blog on March 13, 2010 (boomark / email).