Tennessee Simple Possession
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Some states have decriminalized simple possession of Marijuana, Tennesse however is not one of those states, nor is it legal to possess marijuana for medical purposes. The simple possession of marijuana is to possess or casually exchange it, and it is further an offense for a person to distribute a small amount of marijuana not in excess of 1 half ounce.
Surprising to most people is that the simple possession statute makes it a felony to be caught with marijuana if you already have two simple possession convictions. For this reason it is always important to take a charge of simple possession seriously, should you not, you may face a felony conviction later on in life.
In Tennessee there is also the charge of possession of paraphernalia. This charge is a misdemeanor just like simple possession of marijuana, it is very common to see an individual charged with both of these crimes. They are two seperate and independent charges.
Should you need representation on your charge, please give the law office a call, we would be pleased to speak with you.
