Drug Offenses

Have you been charged with a drug offense in Oregon?

In Oregon, drug offenses are generally divided into two categories: Possession and Distribution.

Drug offenses could have collateral consequences beyond the penalties for the underlying offense and can follow someone even past completion of the court’s sentence, such as damage to your reputation and other personal relationships. You could also face additional consequences if you are charged with other drug offenses in the future.

Oregon is unique, in that a law known as Measure 110 was passed and went into effect in February of 2021. Measure 110 may result in reduced penalties for possession of certain controlled substances which includes a variety of narcotics and unprescribed prescription drugs for personal usage. However, there are still limits to how much of a certain substance a person is allowed to possess. If you have been charged with a drug possession offense, an attorney will be able to assist you in finding out if Measure 110 could affect the outcome of your matter.

What constitutes a possession offense in Oregon?

Different substances have different guidelines in Oregon;
Some substances, so long as the quantity is under a certain amount, may result in a fine only;
You may still face felony possession charges if you are in possession of substantial quantities of certain substances, even if the substances are for personal usage only. What constitutes a substantial amount depends on the substance;
Certain substances are allowed to be prescribed by medical professionals for personal usage, however, there are often limits on how much you may have in your possession at any given time; and
You may still be criminally liable for possession of ingredients commonly used in the manufacture of certain drugs like methamphetamines.

What is considered illegal distribution of a drug in Oregon?

The short answer is that it depends on the substance and the quantity. Other factors may include but are not limited to:

If the exchange of the controlled substance involve some sort of exchange, whether it be cash, other goods, or services;
If the person in possession of the controlled substance was in possession of $300 or more in cash;
If the person in possession was also in possession of a firearm (whether legally allowed to possess a firearm or not); or
If there were packaging materials found alongside the controlled substance.

Additionally, if minor children under the age of 18 are involved or if the offense was within 1,000 feet of a school, the severity of the charge may be increased.

Drug Offenses

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