Possession for sale is a criminal offense that occurs when a person has one or more drugs (illegal narcotics) in his/her possession and he/she is carrying the drugs with the intention to sell to the drugs to a third party or parties. 

When a person is suspected of committing possession for sale, law enforcement must be able to prove that the person actually intended to sell the drugs before they can make a legitimate arrest.  Often times, law enforcement is able to conclude that a person intended to sell the narcotics in his/her possession if the person is carrying a large amount of the narcotic or if the person is carrying a lot of cash.  Law enforcement may also conclude that a person is committing possession for sale if they find the person talking or “dealing” with a third party and witness an exchange of money or drugs. 

Possession for Sale – Criminal Charges

After a person is arrested for possession for sale, he/she may be charged with either a misdemeanor or a felony drug offense.  The severity and classification of the drug offense will depend upon:

• the type of drug possessed
• the amount of drug possessed
• if the person solicited to minors
• the person’s criminal background
• if the person has had prior drug crime convictions

For example, if a person possessed a large amount of cocaine and he/she was found selling the narcotic, he/she may be charged with a felony, whereas a person who possessed and intended to sell a small amount of marijuana may only be charged with a misdemeanor. 

Regardless if a person has been charged with a misdemeanor or felony count of possession for sale, it is always to his/her benefit to consult with a drug defense attorney before proceeding further into the legal process.  A possession for sale defense attorney can provide a person with qualified legal counsel and legitimate options.   

Los Angeles & San Fernando Valley Possession for Sale Defense Law Firm

If you have been charged with possession for sale in either Los Angeles or the San Fernando Valley, contact the Hedding Law Firm to set up your initial consultation today.  Our law firm will meet you with individually to assess your drug crime case and help you make effective decisions that will positively impact the outcome of your legal matter.