Greenville Drug Paraphernalia Lawyer
Defending Drug Paraphernalia Charges in South Carolina
If you find yourself facing drug paraphernalia charges in Greenville, securing the services of an experienced attorney is paramount. At Thomas J. Adducci Law Firm, we understand the complexities surrounding drug paraphernalia cases and are dedicated to providing strategic and effective legal representation for our clients. Our drug crime attorney in Greenville can help you fight the charges and work to get them dropped or reduced.
Call (864) 479-4973 or contact us online to schedule a consultation with our experienced drug paraphernalia attorney in Greenville, SC.
What Qualifies as Drug Paraphernalia in South Carolina?
South Carolina law defines drug paraphernalia as any equipment, product, or material that is used or intended for use in planting, growing, manufacturing, compounding, converting, producing, processing, preparing, testing, analyzing, packaging, repackaging, storing, containing, concealing, injecting, ingesting, inhaling, or otherwise introducing into the human body a controlled substance. This is an incredibly broad definition that can include a wide range of items that are not typically associated with drugs.
Some examples of items that can be considered drug paraphernalia include:
- Bongs
- Pipes
- Water pipes
- Carburetion tubes
- Cocaine freebase kits
- Chillers
- Chillums
- Electric pipes
- Ice pipes
- Mineral spirit chillers
- Roach clips
- Spoon pipes
- Testing equipment
- Weight scales
It is important to note that these items are only considered drug paraphernalia if they are used or intended for use with illegal drugs. If the items are used or intended for use with legal substances, they may not qualify as drug paraphernalia.
How Serious Are Drug Paraphernalia Charges in South Carolina?
Drug paraphernalia charges in South Carolina can be either a misdemeanor or felony offense, depending on the specific circumstances of the case. If you are charged with possession of drug paraphernalia, the penalties will depend on the type of drug involved and the amount of the drug involved. If you are charged with manufacturing or distributing drug paraphernalia, the penalties will depend on the type and amount of drug paraphernalia involved.
The penalties for drug paraphernalia charges in South Carolina include:
- Fines
- Probation
- Drug education classes
- Community service
- Driver’s license suspension
- Imprisonment
Our drug paraphernalia lawyer in Greenville, SC can help you understand the potential penalties you are facing and work to build a strong defense on your behalf.
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