How to Find Information on the Penalty for Drug Possession in Florida

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"You receive a call from your neighbor who tells you their teenage son has just been arrested for possession of drugs. Hello, I'm Robert Todd, and I'm here to answer the question: How do I find out the penalty for drug possession in Florida? Well, the penalty for drug possession in Florida is probably going to be found in the particular statutes dealing with the prohibition against certain drugs in Florida, which is found in Chapter 893. But generally speaking, the weight of the substance that is in question matters. Generally, the greater the weight of the drug possessed, the greater or more severe the penalty assessed. But drug possession penalties vary based on prior offenses, the general reputation and background of the individual charged, the county in which the person is charged, and you may want to consider consulting a criminal attorney that specializes in defending drug possession charges. I'm Robert Todd, and thank you for watching."