Transportation for Sale of a Controlled Substance – Health and Safety Code 11352 HS

What is transportation for sale of a controlled substance?

1. You sold/furnished/administered/gave away/transported/imported into California a controlled substance  AND
2. You knew of its presence  AND
3. You knew of the substance’s nature or character as a controlled substance  AND
4. The controlled substance was in a usable amount

Defenses to a charge of transportation for sale of a controlled substance

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• Failure to follow police procedures
• You did not sell or transport a controlled substance
• Momentary possession
• Lack of awareness or knowledge
• Entrapment

Transportation for sale of a controlled substance punishment and sentencing

• Transportation of a controlled substance across two county lines: The transportation of a controlled substance for sale from one county to another noncontinuous county (not physically connected to the previous county) is a felony punishable by 3, 6 or 9 years in state prison and a maximum $20,000 fine.
• Business engaged in furnishing dangerous drugs or devices: Anyone who knowingly owns, manages, or operates a business engaged in dispensing or furnishing a dangerous drug or device is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by up to 364 days in county jail and maximum fine of $5,000. Each subsequent violation will result in a jail sentence of up to a year and maximum fine of $10,000
• Transportation of heroin: If you are convicted of transporting 14.25 grams or more of heroin you face a fine of up to $50,000 in addition to your underlying prison sentence.

Transportation for sale of a controlled substance FAQ’s

• What conduct is prohibited by California Penal Code section 11352?
• What is entrapment?
• Can an attorney help reduce my transportation for sale of a controlled substance charge to a lesser offense?

Where can I find the most experienced criminal defense attorneys in California?

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