Drug Offenses

• Possession with intent to traffic

• Manufacture and delivery of drugs

• Simple possession

• Juvenile possession of drugs and paraphernalia at school

• Felon in possession of drugs

• Public intoxication

• Probation violations

• Expungement and criminal record cleanup

What are the Penalties For Drug Crimes?

If you've been caught in possession of drugs in Tennessee, you could face a number of charges depending on the amount and type of drugs, your criminal history, and the type of action involving the drug. Possible penalties include:

• Forfeiture of property

• Suspension of driver's license

• Jail and/or prison time

• Fines

• Probation

• Community service

Further, note that a felony conviction can carry additional consequences, such as loss of voting and firearm privileges, large fines, and exclusion from certain places of employment.