What types of punishments are given for illegal possession of steroids on a federal level?
Simple possession of any schedule III substance is a federal offense punishable by up to one year in prison and/or a minimum fine of $1,000 2nd offense? Mandatory imprisonment of a minimum of 15 days and a maximum of 2 years and a minimum fine of up to $2,500 3rd offense? Mandatory 90 days to a maximum 3 years and a minimum fine of $5,000 for simple possession. What about possession with intent to distribute? Any case of trafficking (selling or possessing enough to be suspected of selling) is a federal felony punishable with not more than 5 years imprisonment with 2 years parole and a fine of $250,000 if this is the individuals first drug offense. 2nd offense? Maximum 10 years imprisonment with a minimum 4 years parole and/or increased fines Is there a different punishment for selling steroids to a minor? Yes. The statutory maximum may be doubled if the person distributes steroids to any person under the age of 21, or distributes or manufactures the drug in or near schools and colleges
