Virginia law § 18.2-248.03 criminalizes the manufacture, sale, distribution, or possession with intent to do so of methamphetamine in quantities of 28 grams or more. Penalties include hefty fines and lengthy prison sentences, with increased penalties for larger quantities of 227 grams or more. The law emphasizes mandatory minimum sentences for certain offenses.
Manufacturing, selling, or possessing with intent 28 grams or more of methamphetamine triggers felony charges, with increased penalties for 227 grams or more.
Penalties include fines up to $500,000 or $1 million and imprisonment from 5 years up to life, with mandatory minimum sentences for certain quantities.
Yes, there is a mandatory minimum of 3 years for 28 grams or more, and 5 years for 227 grams or more, to be served consecutively.
Yes, possessing 28 grams or more with intent to distribute is a felony with severe penalties, including substantial fines and long prison terms.