Q: What is the punishment for drug related objects in Effingham
A: Possession of drug-related objects is a misdemeanor, meeting the maximum punishment of 12 months in jail and $1,000 fine. As to what sentence one might expect to receive, that would depend on the defendants prior record, any additional charges that may be brought along with the charge, and other factors. There's no set sentence that is handed down, so a trained and experienced attorney would be helpful to evaluate the factors that affect a possible sentence and working to use those factors to your advantage as much as possible.
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