Rizio and Nelson California Law Blog

Possession of Marijuana

The State of California treats drug offenses very seriously, prosecuting offenders to the full extent of the law whenever it is possible. However, the laws surrounding the possession of marijuana can be confusing and it can be intimidating to face these charges if one does not harbour a thorough understanding of the state laws. This makes it ultimately important to seek the advice and counsel of a...

Marijuana In The News

When we think about marijuana’s negative connotations, we envision prison cells for drug use, selling marijuana, growing the drug, and maybe even selling or forging prescriptions for it. There rarely come visions of wildfire when we mention the phrase “marijuana problems,” but this can actually be a major concern in the state of California. Case in point: Just this year people have...

Drug Cultivation & Possession

Did you know that having only one marijuana plant in your home can be considered a federal offense? Few people understand that even this minor amount of marijuana can be a serious problem. There are locations that can cause you additional problems if a plant is found there – such as near schools (most are designated drug free zones) which can result in mandatory jail time. Don’t risk freedom...