What is Pentobarbital Sodium, or Nembutal?
Nembutal is a brand name for the generic prescription drug pentobarbital sodium, in the barbiturate class. Nembutal is usually injected in liquid form. When used legally with a valid prescription, it is used to treat seizures, sleep problems, and to put patients to sleep before surgery.
The DEA classifies Nembutal as a Schedule II drug, indicating that it has a currently accepted medical use in the United States, but is dangerous and has a high potential for abuse, as well as physical and psychological dependence. As with all prescription drugs, the state of New Jersey takes Nembutal charges very seriously, and the penalties for possession and distribution are severe.
Penalties for Nembutal Charges in New Jersey
Like other drug charges, Nembutal charges in NJ vary depending on the amount you are found in possession of. Since Nembutal is a prescription drug, charges can also vary depending on the way you obtained it.
- Fourth Degree Nembutal Possession (4 or fewer doses without a prescription)
- Up to $10,000 in fines
- Up to 18 months in NJ State Prison
- Obtaining a Nembutal prescription through fraud, theft, or forgery
- Up to $100,000 in fines
- Up to 5 years in NJ State Prison
- Third Degree Nembutal Possession (Between 5 and 99 doses)
- Up to $200,000 in fines
- Up to 5 years in NJ State Prison
- Second Degree Nembutal Possession (100 doses or more)
- Up to $300,000 in fines
- Up to 10 years in NJ State Prison
Contact Schneider Freiberger Today
If you are arrested on a Nembutal possession or distribution charge, you need legal counsel you can depend on. The lawyers at Schneider Freiberger are experienced in dealing with prescription drug charges and will protect your rights while working to get the best result possible.
