What is Adderall?
Adderall is a prescription drug containing a combination of amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. It has stimulating and focusing effects and is used legally to treat several disorders, including attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (or ADHD) and narcolepsy. Adderall has also gained popularity for illegal uses such as a study drug for students, as well as a party drug. Adderall comes in pill form, but it is sometimes crushed into powder and snorted. Like other prescription drugs, Adderall can be highly addictive and harmful when used illegally, and has been classified as a Schedule II drug by the DEA.
New Jersey Adderall Charges
As with all prescription drugs, New Jersey takes Adderall charges such as possession, distribution, and prescription forgery very seriously, and the penalties can be severe.
- Illegal Use of Adderall – a Disorderly Persons Offense or Misdemeanor. This includes being found under the influence of Adderall, failing to turn it over to a police officer, or carrying the drug in a container other than the one it was originally delivered in.
- Fines of up to $1,000
- Up to 6 months of jail time
- Fourth Degree Adderall Possession – 4 or fewer Adderall pills without a valid prescription
- Fines of up to $10,000
- Up to 18 months in NJ State Prison
- Third Degree Adderall Possession – Between 5 and 99 Adderall pills
- Fines of up to $200,000
- Up to 5 years in NJ State Prison
- Adderall Prescription Forgery, Theft or Fraud – a Third Degree Crime
- Fines of up to $50,000
- Up to 5 years in NJ State Prison
- Second Degree Adderall Possession with intent to distribute – 100 or more Adderall pills
- Fines of up to $300,000
- Up to 10 years in NJ State Prison
Contact Us Today
Illegal Adderall possession and distribution have severe repercussions in the state of NJ. At Schneider Freiberger, we have experience in defending clients with all levels of Adderall charges and other prescription drug charges. Contact us today to discuss your options for getting the best result for your case.
