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Michigan Cocaine Laws<\/h1>\n
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\n By Samuel Strom, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by FindLaw Staff<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Cocaine is a Schedule II controlled substance under both federal and Michigan law. Schedule II drugs<\/a> are those that have a high potential for abuse and dependence but also have some accepted medical uses.<\/p>\r\n

Possessing, distributing, and manufacturing any amount of cocaine can lead to severe penalties. Under Michigan law, you could face up to a life sentence and hundreds of thousands of dollars. The criminal penalties often depend on the total grams of cocaine involved in the offense and where the crime occurred.<\/p>\r\n

The following table lists the main provisions of Michigan’s cocaine laws. Follow the links in the table or visit FindLaw’s Drug Charges<\/a> section to learn more.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

Michigan Cocaine Law Code Sections<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/th>\r\n

Michigan Compiled Laws, Chapter 333, Public Health Code, Article 7<\/a><\/p>\r\n

Michigan Possession of Cocaine Crimes<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/th>\r\n

Anyone who possesses cocaine (either crack cocaine, freebase, or powder form) in the following amounts is guilty of a felony and faces the following punishments upon conviction:<\/p>\r\n

Michigan Cocaine Distribution\/Sale Crimes and Penalties<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/th>\r\n

Anyone who sells, delivers, or otherwise distributes cocaine is guilty of a felony and faces the following criminal penalties upon conviction:<\/p>\r\n

MichiganUse of Cocaine Penalties<\/b><\/p>\r\n<\/th>\r\n

A person who uses cocaine in violation of MCL \u00a7 333.7404<\/a> is guilty of a misdemeanor. They face up to one year of jail time and a fine of up to $2,000.<\/p>\r\n<\/td>\r\n<\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\r\n

Note:<\/b><\/i> Michigan laws change through legislative action and court opinions. Consult a <\/i>Michigan drug crime lawyer<\/i><\/a> or conduct your own legal research to verify the state law(s) you are researching.<\/i><\/p>\r\n

Michigan Cocaine Laws: Related Resources<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

Visit the links below for more information about Michigan’s laws related to illegal drugs and cocaine possession charges:<\/p>\r\n