Colorado has a very broad drug scheme. And obviously, depending on the type of drug, possession of drugs can be considered a petty offense, completely legal in the case of marijuana, if they’re over the age of 21, or even a misdemeanor or a felony. Sometimes not only does it depend on the particular drug in their possession, but also how much of it is within their possession.
If you are accused of possessing controlled dangerous substances, it is best you seek legal help immediately. There are many elements of a drug case and it is essential you understand the process. Speak to an experienced attorney to learn about drug schedule categorization of controlled substances in Greenwood Village.
What Is a Controlled Substance?
In Colorado, the drug possession laws are start at 18-18-403.5. There are a variety of offenses related to drugs which is considered as possession of controlled substance.
Typically, there are different schedules in each state. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has their own rules, marijuana is typically illegal under federal law, so we do differ from federal law in that sense. For example, in Colorado, there are five schedules of substances. Schedule I is for heroin and LSD. Schedule II is opium, codeine and meth. Schedule III is hydrocodone, opiates, anabolic steroids, ketamine, as well as Special K. Schedule IV is lorazepam. Schedule V is buprenorphine. Based on what the individual possesses, it can follow anywhere in those five schedules.
