I Was Charged with Possession of Heroin, What is Important to Know in NJ?

I receive many phone calls from people who have been charged with possessing heroin. Possession of heroin in New Jersey is a third-degree offense punishable by a maximum of 3 to 5 years in state prison. However, again, whether or not you're going to spend any time in prison has to do with your prior history, your prior background. The majority of people that come in for these third-degree drug offenses have drug problems. It's our job to try to get them the treatment that they need, get them placed on probation or a period of supervision so that they can fix their lives and become productive members of society.