List of Common Drug or Alcohol Charges:
More information on each type of drug or alcohol charges are available in their corresponding pages. Just click on their penal code section (PC number). You will be able to see the elements of the crimes (things the prosector needs to prove beyond a reasonable doubt), the list of potential defenses to such charges and the exposure. Exposure means the penalties or punishment for each crime or charge.
Public Intoxication/Drunk in Public, PC 647(f)
Driving Under the Influence of Drugs or Alcohol (DUI), VC 23152
Possession of a Controlled Substance, HS 11350(a)
Possession with intent to sell, HS 11351
Possession of a drug paraphernalia, HS 11364(a)
Possession of Non-Narcotic Controlled Substance, HS 11377(a)