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Crystal Meth

Worcester Defense Attorneys for Meth Possession Charges
Serving Worcester, Middlesex and Hampden Counties

Crystal meth is classified as a Class B substance under Massachusetts law, and both possession and manufacturing charges can carry severe consequences. A meth possession charges attorney at Rudolf, Griffis, Ruggieri & Murray handles these cases while keeping clients informed at every stage.

Penalties For Meth Charges

Possession with intent to sell can carry up to 10 years in jail and fines between $1,000 and $10,000. A prior conviction raises the minimum sentence to three and a half years, with further increases for subsequent offenses. Manufacturing charges carry particularly severe penalties given the danger involved in meth production.

Penalties depend on the amount involved, prior convictions, and whether intent to sell or manufacturing is alleged.

Frequently Asked Questions

What class of drug is crystal meth in Massachusetts?

Crystal meth is classified as a Class B controlled substance under Massachusetts law, placing it in the same category as cocaine and carrying significant penalties for possession, distribution, and manufacturing.

What is the penalty for meth possession with intent to sell?

Up to 10 years in jail and fines between $1,000 and $10,000 for a first offense. A prior conviction raises the minimum sentence to three and a half years, with penalties increasing further for subsequent offenses.

Is manufacturing meth treated differently than possession?

Yes. Manufacturing charges are prosecuted more severely than simple possession given the dangers involved in producing the drug, and often carry substantially higher potential sentences.