Trafficking in Marijuana is a felony in South Carolina. It is prosecuted in the Court of General Sessions by the Solicitor's Office. The underlying crime is Simple Possession of Marijuana. There is no requirement that the defendant actually intended to sell or distribute the drug.

Like all South Carolina drug charges there may be important legal or factual defenses available to anyone charged with a trafficking level offense. It is important to consult with an attorney as soon as possible if you are under investigation or have been arrested for Trafficking in Marijuana. James Snell has actual experience representing individuals charged with this serious offense.

The following are the different levels and penalties for Trafficking in Marijuana:

Marijuana Trafficking First Offense

10-99lbs.

1-10 years and $10,000

100-1,999lbs.

25 years and $25,000

2,000-9,999lbs.

25 years and $50,000

10,000lbs+

25-30 years and $200,000

Marijuana Trafficking Second Offense

10-99lbs.

5-20 years and $15,000

100-1,999lbs.

25 years and $25,000

2,000-9,999lbs.

25 years and $50,000

10,000lbs+

25-30 years and $200,000

Marijuana Trafficking Third Offense

10-99lbs.

25 years and $25,000

100-1,999lbs.

25 years and $25,000

2,000-9,999lbs.

25 years and $50,000

10,000lbs+

25-30 years and $200,000

To discuss a Drug Trafficking charge please contact The Law Office of James R. Snell, Jr., LLC. We work hard for our clients to protect their freedom, liberty and reputation. To schedule an in-office consultation about your case please contact us at (803) 359-3301 or 24 hour call center at 1-866-252-5789.