Drug Offenses
Controlled substance charges including possession and distribution.
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Filings This Month
10
Counties Affected
Understanding Drug Offenses
Controlled Substance - 1st Degree
The most serious drug charge in Minnesota. Involves allegations of selling or possessing very large quantities of controlled substances.
Max penalty: Up to 30 years in prison and/or $1,000,000 fineMinn. Stat. § 152.021
Controlled Substance - 5th Degree
The lowest felony-level drug charge. Involves allegations of possessing or selling smaller amounts of controlled substances.
Max penalty: Up to 5 years in prison and/or $10,000 fineMinn. Stat. § 152.025
Controlled Substance - 2nd Degree
Involves allegations of selling or possessing large quantities of controlled substances such as methamphetamine, cocaine or heroin — less than the 1st degree threshold.
Max penalty: Up to 25 years in prison and/or $500,000 fineMinn. Stat. § 152.022
Controlled Substance - 3rd Degree
Involves allegations of selling or possessing moderate quantities of a controlled substance, or selling to a minor.
Max penalty: Up to 20 years in prison and/or $250,000 fineMinn. Stat. § 152.023
Controlled Substance - 4th Degree
Involves allegations of selling a Schedule I or II controlled substance, or possession with intent to sell.
Max penalty: Up to 15 years in prison and/or $100,000 fineMinn. Stat. § 152.024
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Recent Drug Offenses Filings
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