Alabama Drug Possession Law
Alabama Drug Possession Defense
What you're facing under Ala. Code § 13A-12-212, how the penalties scale, and the questions your attorney needs to answer, specific to Alabama (AL) law.
Offense Class
Class C Felony (most controlled substances); Class A Misdemeanor (marijuana second degree)
Maximum Penalty
10 years (Class C Felony)
Maximum Fine
$15,000
Penalty Range in Alabama
Charge Enhancements
These factors can elevate the charge or penalty in Alabama:
- Possession near a school (§ 13A-12-250)
- Possession near a public housing project (§ 13A-12-270)
Alabama-Specific Detail
Alabama classifies simple possession of most Schedule I-V substances as a Class C Felony. Marijuana has separate lesser provisions.
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Important: This page provides legal INFORMATION about Alabama drug possession law as of the date of publication. Laws change frequently. This is not legal advice. The analysis draws on methods developed by defense attorneys, applied to public data. Your attorney remains the final authority on defense direction.