Possession of Prescription Drugs Charges in Rogers County are serious and could end you in jail. s many of us know, the drug epidemic in Oklahoma is an on-going battle.  However, you may not realize that possession of prescription drugs and use of them is a leading cause of overdose deaths in the state.  Nearly 60% of the overdoses in Oklahoma in 2016 link to prescription drug abuse.  The top prescriptions in these deaths are Xanax, Oxycodone, and Hydrocodone.  Due to this sharp uptick in prescription drug overdoses, Oklahoma tends to heighten penalties for possession of prescription drugs without a valid prescription.

 Possession of Prescription Drugs and the Laws

Title 63 in the Oklahoma Statutes is the Uniform Controlled Dangerous Substance Act (UCDS Act).  Its main priority is fighting drug abuse and trafficking in the state.  As a result, it categorizes drugs into “schedules”.  The higher the schedule the higher the legal penalties.

Prescription drugs are generally in the Schedule II category.  This means they affect the central nervous system in a significant way.  The main ingredients of prescription drugs that are illegal under the UCDS Act are in § 2-205.  As a result, pharmacies have strict protocol regarding these substances.  Any discrepancy discovered is investigated thoroughly by more than one legal agency.

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Consequences of Possession of Prescription Drugs

Oklahoma’s drug laws are strict.  Measured passed in 2014 make Oklahoma’s some of the harshest laws in the nation.  Essentially, the laws put all illegal possession of prescription drugs into the category of felony.

Felonies can have jail terms lasting for a lifetime if the infraction is severe enough to warrant it.  Further, fines and court costs will be present.  The fines may reach up to $20,000.  Even if you are not facing a life sentence, a felony charge will disqualify you from certain types of employment and may hinder your progression up the corporate ladder.  Generally, this will mean you will not make a good salary.

Claremore Attorneys Can Help You

Our criminal defense attorneys understand that one big mistake shouldn’t be the end of the line for you.  Let us defend you and your interests in possession of prescription drugs cases.  We not only have the experience, but we know the gravity of the charges and will fight for you.  Call us for a free consultation. 918.379.4872