Cocaine Possession with Intent to Distribute, N.J.S.A. 2c:35-5

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Cocaine Possession With Intent to Distribute, N.J.S.A. 2c:35-5

New Jersey law prohibits controlled dangerous substance (CDS) possession with intent to distribute. It is defined as

any person who knowingly or purposely:

  1. manufactures, distributes, or dispenses, or possesses or has under his control with intent to manufacture, distribute or dispense, CDS or CDS analog, or
  2. creates, distributes, or possesses or has under his control with intent to distribute counterfeit CDS.

The degree and penalties for cocaine possession with intent to distribute, based on N.J.S.A. 2C:35-5, depend on the amount of cocaine, including any adulterants or dilutants.
First Degree Crime: Five ounces or more
Second Degree Crime: At least one-half ounce but less than five ounces
Third Degree Crime: Less than one-half ounce

Footnote

1 The right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, and effects, against unreasonable searches and seizures, shall not be violated, and no Warrants shall issue, but upon probable cause, supported by Oath or affirmation, and particularly describing the place to be searched, and the persons or things to be seized. U.S. Const. amend. IV. See also N.J. Const. art. 1 ¶ 7.

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