Schedule I & II Drug Possession Felonies in North Carolina
What counts as Schedule I/II, penalties for possession, and when trafficking thresholds are triggered.
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This overview covers examples of Schedule I/II substances, typical possession penalties, and when trafficking thresholds apply under North Carolina law.
➜ Estimate sentencing: Schedule II Possession Calculator
Schedules Overview
- Schedule I: Highest abuse potential, no accepted medical use.
- Schedule II: High abuse potential, limited medical use.
Possession vs Trafficking
- Simple possession often charged as Class H felony (context-dependent).
- Trafficking triggered at statutory weight thresholds with far higher penalties.
FAQs
Is cocaine possession a felony?
Yes. Cocaine is Schedule II; simple possession is typically a Class H felony.
When is it trafficking?
When statutory weight thresholds are met; penalties increase dramatically.
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Related: NC Felony Sentencing Chart Explained.