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Steroids

Worcester Lawyers for Steroid Charges
Serving Worcester, Middlesex and Hampden Counties

Anabolic steroids and related performance enhancing compounds are widely available online, but possessing them without a valid prescription remains illegal in Massachusetts. A steroid charges lawyer at Rudolf, Griffis, Ruggieri & Murray defends clients facing narcotics charges tied to steroid possession, whether the substance was purchased online or from an individual seller.

Federal & State Steroid Law

The Federal Anabolic Steroid Act of 1990 classifies anabolic steroids as Schedule III narcotics, the same category as barbiturates and narcotic painkillers. Unlawful possession carries up to one year in prison and a $1,000 fine, and charges can add up quickly since prosecutors often treat each pill or dose as a separate count. Even a personal supply can lead to a possession with intent to sell charge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is steroid possession a federal crime?

It can be prosecuted federally or at the state level. The Federal Anabolic Steroid Act classifies steroids as Schedule III narcotics, and unlawful possession carries up to one year in prison and a $1,000 fine under federal law.

Can I be charged with intent to sell steroids even if they're for personal use?

Yes. Prosecutors sometimes treat a larger personal supply as evidence of intent to sell, since steroid charges can accumulate quickly when each pill or dose is counted as a separate count of possession.

What other substances are treated like steroids under Massachusetts law?

Compounds like thyroid hormones, ephedrine, and post cycle recovery drugs can carry similar legal and financial consequences even though they aren’t technically classified as anabolic steroids