Possession of Schedule III Controlled Substance

What is a Schedule III Controlled Substance in Virginia

Va. Code §54.1-3449 explains what is considered a Schedule III controlled Substnce in Virginia.  It states:

• The substance has the potential to be abused but it is not as high as the drugs covered in Schedules I and II
• it has accepted medical use
• abuse of the substance is likely to lead to a low level of physical dependence and a high level of psychological dependence

Common Schedule III Controlled Substances in Virginia: Common schedule III controlled substances in Vigrinia include anabolic steroids, Codein, vicodon,

Proof of Possession of Schedule III Controlled Substance

The Commonwealth must prove that the offender knowingly and intentionally possessed a controlled substance.  This means that he knew what he was possessing was an illegal substance, knew where it was lcoated, and excercised dominon and control oer it.  For more information on how the Commonwealth can prove possession in Virginia, click here.

Penalties for Possession of Schedule III Controlled Substance in Virginia

Va. Code §18.2-250 states that Possession of a Schedule III controlled substance in Virginia is a Class 1 misdemeanor.  It is punished with up to 12 months in jail and a fine up to $2500.

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