Schedule I Controlled Substances

Defining Schedule I Drugs in Georgia

Schedule I drugs are the most serious classification of controlled substances, which are considered to be highly addictive and have no medical use. In Georgia, this includes marijuana. Other Schedule I drugs include heroin, ecstasy, and LSD.

Penalties for Schedule I Drug Possession in Georgia

The penalties for possessing a Schedule I drug could ruin your life: You could spend time in jail, lose your job or property, and your license.

• If you have under an ounce of marijuana in Georgia it is a misdemeanor, but all drug convictions get your license suspended:
  • 6 months for a first offense, a year for a second offense, and after that, 2-year suspensions.
  • Depending on your unique situation, you could pay a fine of up to $1,000 and spend a year in jail.
• More than an ounce of marijuana jumps to a felony, and the judge can order fines and jail time.

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