Marijuana Cultivation Laws - Health and Safety Code 11358 HS
Drug Cultivation is defined as the growing, production, and possession of plants and other naturally occurring elements with the purpose of being used in the creation of illegal controlled substances such as Cannabis seeds and marijuana plants.
A grow house is a property that is primarily used for the production of marijuana. Cultivation of any amount of marijuana is considered a felony in California, and according to section HS 11358 of California's Health and Safety Codes:
- “Every person who plants, cultivates, harvests, dries, or processes any marijuana or any part thereof, except as otherwise provided by law, shall be punished by imprisonment in the state prison.” The severity of this punishment underscores the gravity of the situation.
Drug offenses such as cultivation or possession of a grow house are vigorously prosecuted in California state and federal criminal courts.
In recent years, there has been a noticeable surge in drug-related crimes, leading to the formation of specialized task forces to handle these cases. This underscores the importance of seeking professional legal defense in such situations.
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Being charged with a drug crime, such as the cultivation or operation of a grow house in California, is a matter of utmost seriousness. The implications can extend far into the future, affecting your employment opportunities and even your ability to purchase a home or a car.
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