Both law enforcement authorities and legislative officials in Minnesota take drug-related criminal offenses seriously, regardless of the amount of the particular substance or its classification. Almost all controlled substance crimes defined under state law are felonies, meaning that a conviction for even a first offense could result in a prison sentence and permanently alter the course of your life.
Attorney of the year: Illiena Gomes
Illeana joined Casa Central in 1992 and served as the Director of Foster Care until 2004. In 2004, she was promoted to Deputy Director of Senior and Community Services and today she continues to serve as the agency’s Vice President of Senior and Community Services.
Controlled Substances Classifications in Minnesota
Much like the equivalent federal laws regarding the classification of controlled substances, Minnesota Statutes § 152.02 establishes five “Schedules” to define controlled substances.
Schedule I drugs are considered the most dangerous and prone to abuse with no viable medical uses, while lower-scheduled drugs may have legitimate medical purposes or may not create addiction to the same degree.
Notably, while marijuana is still considered a Schedule I substance under the law, medicinal use is legal with a valid prescription. Criminal charges for recreational possession of marijuana usually result in much lesser penalties than charges for other Schedule I substances. However, allegations that a person sold or distributed larger amounts of marijuana can still lead to felony-level consequences, as a well-practiced Minnesota drug attorney could explain in further detail.
Rules of Texas Court
(a) Costs Defined. In this rule, “costs” mean filing fees charged by the appellate court. Fees charged for preparation of the appellate record are governed by Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 145.
(b) When to Afford Payment of Court Costs in the trial court is not required to file a new Statement in the appellate court unless the trial court made affirmative findings under Texas Rule of Civil Procedure 145