Seattle Drug Crime Attorney
Fighting Violation of the Uniform Controlled Substance Act (VUSCA) Charges
Perhaps one of the most serious types of criminal charges a person can face is drug crime accusations. While the general attitude towards many drugs across the United States is shifting, law enforcement and prosecutors come down particularly hard on drug crimes. Even marijuana, which has been legalized in the state of Washington, is regulated and someone can still be accused of a crime. Depending on the type of controlled substance in question, along with its amount and intended purpose, a person could be charged with a misdemeanor or a felony.
At Guadagno Law, PLLC, our drug attorneys in Seattle have defended many people in the city accused of possession, distribution, manufacturing, or trafficking of a controlled substance. As experienced Seattle drug crime lawyers, we are ready to do the same for you.
Arrested for a drug crime? Request a FREE Consultation with our drug attorney in Seattle by calling (206) 895-6800.
What Is VUSCA?
Under Washington law, a drug charge is referred to as a VUSCA or, Violation of the Uniform Controlled Substances Act. The Uniform Controlled Substances Act outlines the charges and penalties for the illegal use, possession, distribution, and sale of controlled substances within the state of Washington. Controlled substances are classified by their severity as Schedule I, II, III, IV and V drugs.
Understanding Washington's Drug Schedules With Our Drug Attorneys in Seattle
The US Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) describes Schedule I, II, III, IV and V drugs as such:
Schedule I
- The drug or other substance has a high potential for abuse.
- The drug or other substance has no currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States.
- There is a lack of accepted safety for use of the drug or other substance under medical supervision.
- Examples of Schedule I substances include heroin, gamma hydroxybutyric acid (GHB), lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), marijuana, and methaqualone.
Schedule II
- The drug or other substance has a high potential for abuse.
- The drug or other substance has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States or a currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions.
- Abuse of the drug or other substance may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence.
- Examples of Schedule II substances include morphine, phencyclidine (PCP), cocaine, methadone, hydrocodone, fentanyl, and methamphetamine.
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