Bloomington DUI

Attorney John G. Prior Jr. has extensive experience trying cases both in Western and Central Illinois.
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Criminal Offenses

Bloomington, IL

Criminal Attorney

Possession of Cannabis

Definition of Possession of Cannabis. In Illinois, a person commits the offense of possession of cannabis when he knowingly possesses a substance containing cannabis [and that substance containing cannabis weighs [ (more than _____ grams) (more than _____ grams but not more than _____ grams) ] ]. 17.01- Illinois Pattern Jury Instructions-Criminal 4th Edition

Sentencing - Any person who violates this section with respect to: (a) not more than 2.5 grams of any substance containing cannabis is guilty of a Class C misdemeanor; (b) more that 2.5 grams but not more than 10 grams of any substance containing cannabis is guilty of a Class B misdeanor; (c) more than 10 grams but not more than 30 grams of any substance containing cannabis is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor; provided, that if any offense under this subsection (c) is a subsequent offense, the offender shall be guilty of a Class 4 felony; (d) more than 30 grams but not more than 500 grams of any substance containing cannabis is guilty of a Class 4 felony; provided a that if any offense under this subsection (d) is a subsequent offense, the offender shall be guilty of a Class 3 felony; (e) more than 500 grams but not more that 2,000 grams of any substance containing cannabis is guilty of a Class 3 felony; (f) more than 2,000 grams but not more than 5,000 grams of any substance containing cannabis is guilty of a Class 2 felony; (g) more than 5,000 grams of any substance containing cannabis is guilty of a Class 1 felony. 720 ILCS 550/4.

In all criminal matters it is recommended that you seek professional legal assistance to protect your constitutional rights. Lawyer John G. Prior, Jr. has experience trying possession of cannabis cases, can give legal advise, assist you with your case and ensure that your constitutional rights are protected.

If you or a loved one have been charged with possession of cannabis that allegedly occurred within Tazewell County or within any of the other counties in Central Illinois please contact us and schedule a free consulation.

 

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Located in Bloomington, IL, The Prior Law Firm serves the criminal law needs of the following areas: