New jersey criminal charge
Maintaining or operating a controlled dangerous substance production facility in New jersey
Maintaining or operating a controlled dangerous substance production facility is a crime of the first degree under New jersey criminal law, defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:35-4. As a crime of the first degree, it is punishable within the statutory sentencing range New jersey sets for that offense class. New jersey sorts criminal offenses into felonies, misdemeanors, and petty offenses, each carrying its own penalty range.
Defined by N.J.S.A. 2C:35-4.
What is the penalty for maintaining or operating a controlled dangerous substance production facility in New jersey?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 10 years to 20 years (presumption of imprisonment (2C:44-1(d))) | presumptive | N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 |
| Fine | up to 200000 usd (no statutory minimum) (or up to double gain/loss (2C:43-3); offense-specific ceilings may exceed) | discretionary | N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 |
Applies to current.
Common questions about maintaining or operating a controlled dangerous substance production facility in New jersey
What degree of offense is maintaining or operating a controlled dangerous substance production facility in New Jersey?
What are the penalties for maintaining or operating a controlled dangerous substance production facility in New Jersey?
As a crime of the first degree, maintaining or operating a controlled dangerous substance production facility carries 10 years to 20 years of incarceration and a fine of up to $200,000 (no mandatory minimum) under N.J.S.A. 2C:43-6 (current).
Which New Jersey statute covers maintaining or operating a controlled dangerous substance production facility?
Maintaining or operating a controlled dangerous substance production facility is governed by N.J.S.A. 2C:35-4 (Maintaining or operating a controlled dangerous substance production facility).
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This reference is informational and is not legal advice. Penalty ranges are the statutory classification ranges; sentencing in a specific case depends on its facts and history.