Drugs Vs Murder Jail Time?
454224
I've asked this same question ... makes no sense to me.  "Some" child molestors, people convicted for homicide, murder, rape ... get less time than than drug dealers.  I beleive the governement is pissed because they lose "tax" money on the drug industry so they will at least squander and pilfer the money from the dealers through prison time.
677690
Depends on the type of crime.
378778
I'm sure there's a minimum and maximum sentence... and those would likely be dependant on the laws of the state.  Most states are probably similar, but you should consult with the laws of the state you are in.  \n\nIn actuality, the number of years you would get if convicted would be determined by the judge at sentencing time.  It would be no more than the maximum sentence.. unless there were more charges or multiple counts.
1088575
it depends on the jail.
201606
Jail or a major fine or both
647514
punishment is not the answer.  throwing addicts in jail does not stop the problem. I worked in substance abuse for a few years and all the doctors felt our drug laws were stupid.\n\nwhat addicts need is REHAB. and if they refuse rehab, then just let them die in the streets. that is FREE! what could be more conservative than FREE!  \n\nI am an addict. clean almost 7 years. but if I used again, I would want my family to cut me off, and change their locks.\nbut throwing peopl in jail just costs the taxpayers money.\n\nthe first answer was good. just give addicts the drugs and let them either die, or get clean.
573418
Having worked in a half-way house for ex-offenders, I learned that long sentences don't always discourage illegal behavior.  Especially in drug dealing.  Many of them consider it just a "cost of doing business."  Also, the "King Pins" quiet often use young children to do the dirty work while I DON'T justify dealers, just the opposite, many times the authorities will make a plea agreement with the lower echelons to get further up the ladder.  The real solution is EDUCATING the public so as to eliminate the demand for the drugs in the first place.  How many questions come through here seeking ways to obtain, use or get out from under charges of drug use?  As long as people are unwilling to face life, as is, then there will be dealers and "King Pins."  There are always predators seeking to take advantage of the weak.
650362
I know some people think using drugs is no crime so we\nshould ignore it.  Well, much of the time, it is people\nwho are high on drugs of various kinds (including alcohol) that do evil things to other people or cause automobile\ndeaths due to driving while drunk.  A drug is a drug that\nalters the mind, so we need to stop those who sell to\nothers and get them hooked on them. Plus people kill for\ndrugs as once hooked they think they can't do without them,\nand they also steal money so they can buy these expensive\nnarcotics.
1112476
Depends where you are. In Singapore it's for life - about half a year. They apply the death sentence. \n\nIn Holland if the small amount is small enough no penalty.\n\nIf your small amount is small enough so you can't be charged with pushing you may get off with with a warning/reprimand and maybe probation. \n\nIf you were bust in the vicinity of minors then you might be let off with a reprimand and probation on the drugs but you will do jail time for corrupting minors.
229545
Does it really matter?  All I can say is if you can't do the time don't do the crime.  If your guilty and in prison, you deserve everything you get because its my tax dollars paying for them to live there.
111962
Sign yourself into a drug program ASAP.  The first thing you have to do is get real and get healthy so get help.  The court may see that you have taken the first step and rethink the jail time for as long as you are in treatment.
1016259
death or jail, whichever comes first
391128
I do I do!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! But I've learned over the years that I have a problem with addiction.  I recently was released from jail and while in jail I stopped using pot and alcohol.  I found out that it's easier to stay clean than to quit cold-turkey.  I have a trial in June 06 and as evidence of my sobriety I am choosing to submit a drug test to the court, hoping to see I've turned over a new leaf. Take it from me, I hope your use doesn't get out of control.  It certainly did for me and now I might have to go to jail.  Have fun, but don't get to crazy.  And alittle more advice, Unless you plan to be a junkie, don't try any harder drugs.  All of my past friends, and I mean ALL, are junkies now.  Some do H, others ice, a couple do oxy's and morphine pills. I even have a few crackhead friends.  Anytime a "friend" offers you free drugs, chances are they just want to get you hooked so you'll do it more, and get them high in the process.  Or you'll go threw them to get the drugs and they will either pinch your stuff, or overcharge you to put a little x-tra money in their pocket to feed their addiction.  Just don't let your recreational drug use spiral out of control.  I did and now I face jail time.  I'm clean now and plan to stay that way.  Have fun for now.
76796
Basic answer: I'm fairly sure it's what is known as a 16-2-3 felony...meaning you can get 16 months, 2 years or 3 years in prison.\n\nDon't freak out.  Post some more information and I can probably narrow that down for you.  Sometimes we charge 11350 and we're wrong.  Here's what I would want to know to give you a better idea:\n\nWhat was the drug?\n\nHow much of it was there?\n\nDoes the arrestee have prior convictions for anything?\n\nIs the arrested person on probation or parole?\n\nAnd above all else, it ain't over until the fat lady sings, and nobody gets punished for anything if they're not guilty.  \n\nPost some more details and I'll keep an eye on this question so I can come back and edit my answer.\n\nDon't tell me anything the police don't already know (in other words, don't tell me your boyfriend got arrested for a quarter gram of cocaine but the cops missed the four kilos at the house).\n\n2/9/06: Well, depending on the county he's on probation in, prison is certainly a possibility.  Failing to appear and having a dirty test are bad enough, but to have more cocaine (and based on the 11350 charge you're asking about, I'm assuming it was coke...meth would be 11377) on him when he was arrested is certainly not good.  He may well have probation revoked and reinstated (basically a "do-over") and might end up with a lengthy stay in jail as a sanction.  I have to tell you, though...depending on the county you guys are in, prison is not out of the question.  Some counties are lenient and others are not.  Prop 36 (not 39) court is a good thing, but you have to behave if you want to stay in it.  \n\nWas he charged with a new possession offense when he was arrested, or are they handling the dope he had on him when he was arrested as just a violation of probation?  I would imagine they'll handle it as a violation of probation, rather than opening a whole new case...and a VOP can sometimes carry a stiffer penalty than a new case.  A lot of this will also depend on what the terms of his probation were when he was put into Prop 36 court.  If he received a suspended sentence (meaning that the judge told him he will send him to prison if he screws up *again*, but will let him do Prop 36 instead), he may very well go to prison on this new violation.  \n\nThere's a lot of variables and once your boyfriend has had a chance to talk with his attorney, he'll have a pretty good idea of where his case is heading.\n\nIf you are really as unfamiliar with drugs as you've said, I've got to suggest that maybe this guy is not for you.  It would appear that he's a little *too* familiar with drugs...and although that wasn't your question, that is my answer.\n\nBest of luck to both of you.
646245
Capital punishment is a crime like treason. The prison time is day for day also in a federal prison. A DUI felony would be a State crime, or a Burglary.
782819
That rehabilitation and counseling prevent recidivism (committing the crime again) better than sentencing someone to jail for a non-violent drug crime.  It focuses more on getting the person help for their addiction and trying to keep them off drugs and turn them into a productive member of society.
143430
Having served on a murder jury already, I would choose to be on a case where there's a parking dispute or someone didn't pay their rent. Murder is hard. If you have the power to send someone to death, it is not as fun as it might seem.