What is Possession with Intent to Distribute?
Possession with Intent to Distribute may be best defined as a sufficient amount of an illegal substance that constitutes a higher penalty for its possession under Virginia Law. Each controlled substance has its own limit as to what may constitute either simple possession or trafficking. What is Methamphetamine? Methamphetamine hydrochloride is a highly addictive narcotic that appears as an off-white or white powdery or chunky substance. Methamphetamine is known on the street as “speed”, or “crank”. The use of meth includes smoking, injecting or ingestion. In recent years, methamphetamine has been homemade in illegal clandestine laboratories operated by addicts and dealers. What is “Ice”? “Ice” is re-crystallized methamphetamine or methamphetamine in its’ purest state. Ice generally takes the form of clear crystallized chunks. It will dissolve in water and breaks down to smaller particles. The use of ice induces a sense of euphoria and stimulating the release of dopamine in the human br