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Man mauled by bear was smoking pot, and his lawyer successfully argues for workmen’s comp

Jun
07
Jessica, on the topic of  News, drugs
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A worker at Glacier National Park was attacked while feeding the bears at a tourist attraction in the park.  The worker, Brock Hopkins’ was found to be smoking marijuana slightly before the accident. A Montana judge ruled that the use of marijuana did not cause the attack, which  made Hopkins eligible work workman’s compensation benefits. If you have been involved in an accident or legal situation in which drugs or alcohol are a factor, a well qualified criminal defense attorney could lead the court to discount the drug/alcohol use as it was in the case of Brock Hopkins.

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Salvia, another herb Utah may outlaw

May
22
Jessica, on the topic of  drugs
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Salvia Divinorum is a plant used by people throughout the world. It is an herb in the mint family that is often cultivated in Mexico. Salvia can provide mind altering effects, has not been proven to be habit forming, and few if any research studies have been done showing health problems that have developed from its use. Salvia does not show up on common drug tests as it is legal in a majority of states in America. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) states, “Salvia divinorum and salvinorin A are not currently controlled under the CSA. As of October 2009, fourteen states have enacted legislation placing regulatory controls on Salvia divinorum and/or salvinorin A.” Utah is not one of these states.  However Utah Rep. Paul Ray (R) from Clearfield has been constantly trying to outlaw the plant in the state of Utah since 2006. The salvia debate in America often surrounds its transport from Mexico and possible ensuing hallucinations.  The United States has a past history of banning substances likely to cause hallucinations as well as many substances crossing the border from Mexico. If you are concerned about the future of any legal substance you should solicit your local government representative, and if you are involved in legal issues surrounding any controversial substance or herb you should immediately contact a criminal defense attorney well versed in the area.

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Possession-Manufacture-Use-Distribution of Illegal Substances in Utah

Apr
25
Jessica, on the topic of  drugs
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The lines dividing possession, manufacture, use, and distribution of illegal substances can be blurry to someone unfamiliar with the subject’s legal terminology. In Utah possession or use is defined as the control, holding, maintaining, application or consumption of. It is not required in Utah for the person accused of use or possession to not have individual possession of the substance, merely the ability and the intent to exercise control over the substance is enough. The manufacturing of a drug is generally when a person produces an illegal substance through chemical means or other types of modification such as packaging and labeling. Distribution is the transfer of a controlled/illegal substance to another person. A transfer can be actual, constructive or attempted. Actual distribution is when a person physically transfers the controlled substance to another. Constructive distribution occurs when a person intends to sell or distribute an illegal substance, demonstrated through actions or suggestive data like possession of a large quantity of drugs. If you are accused of a drug crime you should speak to an Utah criminal lawyer as soon as possible to better understand your charges as well as provide for your best defense. (Utah Code § 58-37-2)

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Club Drugs (Ecstasy/MDMA, GHB, Ketamine/Special K, Rohypnol/Roofies) in Park City & Salt Lake City

Apr
22
Jessica, on the topic of  drugs
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Club drugs are becoming more popular in the young adult, teen, and nightlife cultures of Salt Lake City and Park City, Utah. Club drugs are a staple of the rave and trance dance scenes and are becoming more common in use. This rising usage has generated an increasing number of reports of abuse throughout the country.  The most popular club drugs are described below.

  • Ecstasy (MDMA): both a stimulant and psychedelic drug. It is often used to remain active for long intervals of time. At times ecstasy diminishes negative feelings such as aggression and anxiety while increasing confidence and types of sensations in order to create a type of euphoria.
  • Rohypnol (Roofies): a sedative/tranquilizer that is legally available for prescription outside of the U.S. It is commonly referred to as the date rape drug because it can cause amnesia and is therefore used for sexual assaults.
  • GHB (Liquid Ecstasy, G): was first used to stimulate muscle growth in body builders. It is often used with alcohol to sedate individuals for sexual assault/rape.  GHB can also cause feelings of intoxication, increased energy, happiness, highly social activity, enhanced sexual experience, loss of coordination, amnesia and loss of consciousness.
  • Ketamine (Special K): a tranquilizer created for animals. Special K became popular in the 1980s when large doses were used to create effects such as dreamlike states and hallucinations, similar to those of PCP.

Club drugs can take multiple forms including tablets, powder, suppositories, and liquid.  Club drugs are also difficult to detect, as they can be odorless, mostly tasteless and easily dissolvable.

The prevalence of club drugs has left many public safety personnel and government officials uneducated and untrained on the subject.  The general public is also unfamiliar with the prosecution, penalties, and attitude of the law towards club drugs in their jurisdiction.  If you are accused or arrested for the possession and/or sale of a controlled substance it would be in your best interest to contact an expert Utah criminal defense attorney to advise you in this complicated area of the law.

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Prescription Drugs obtained by Illegal use of Online Pharmacies in Salt Lake City

Apr
11
Jessica, on the topic of  drugs
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The internet is an extremely prevalent source of information and commerce in today’s society. Many People in Salt Lake City have prescriptions filled through online data entry.  However, if misused, online pharmacies can create huge penalties as the regulatory and enforcement issues cross state, federal, and international jurisdictional lines. Buying prescription drugs online is illegal when purchasing from a foreign pharmacy because the drugs are not FDA approved. Drugs purchases from international sources may or may not be penalized by the federal government, depending on the type, the level of previous scrutiny, and the extent of use of the foreign bought drug. Pain killers, tranquilizers and other prescription drugs that have a viable black market value are usually the most penalized.

Here is a list of areas the government has successfully prosecuted involving the use of online pharmacies:

  • Sale/distribution/import of tainted or misbranded drugs
  • Sale/distribution/import of a new drug not approved by the FDA
  • Illegal promotion of a drug
  • Sale/dispense of a prescription drug without a prescription
  • Counterfeit drugs
  • Purchase of prescription drugs in extensive amounts, and/or for sale

Such offenses can be penalized with large fines and jail or prison time. If you have been charged with illegal use of online pharmacies you should contact an experienced Utah criminal defense attorney to prepare yourself for future legal action.

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