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Can you go to jail for drug possession in Louisiana?

Yes. Jail or prison is possible, but the exposure depends on the drug and the amount.

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Home » FAQs » Can you go to jail for drug possession in Louisiana?

Yes. Jail or prison is possible, but the exposure depends on the drug and the amount. A first offense of 14 grams or less of marijuana carries a fine of up to $100, while possessing 2 to under 28 grams of fentanyl carries 2 to 10 years. A drug possession attorney in Louisiana can explain the range for a specific charge.

Answer by David Joseph Rozas

David Rozas is an experienced criminal and immigration lawyer and one of the founding partners of Rozas & Rozas Law Firm. He has been with the firm since 2004, joining his brother, Greg in practice. David concentrates his law practice on criminal defense and immigration.