Ecstasy, or MDMA, is known as a popular party drug that is most commonly seen used in the club scene. While it may seem innocent enough to use for a good time or a fun night out, it is a Schedule I drug in Tennessee. This is critical because it indicates that MDMA is very addictive. Under the law, it is classified as very dangerous and law enforcement takes ecstasy use seriously. If you are found caught with ecstasy in Tennessee, it is no joking matter and you could be facing serious penalties. Tennessee law enforcement will actively pursue those who deal the drug and anyone who uses it. 

MDMA Possession Penalties In Tennessee

MDMA Use And Tennessee Penalties And Law If you are arrested for MDMA possession or if you are exchanging the drug, it is considered a Class A misdemeanor. A Class A misdemeanor comes with up to a year in jail, with a maximum of a $2,500 fine. Should you be arrested and charged with deliberately selling, delivering, or manufacturing the drug the offense becomes a felony and carries a much heavier punishment. These punishments are broken down the following way:

  • Less than 26 grams are Class B Felonies and they carry upwards of 8-30 years in prison with a fine that can be as much as $100,000.
  • More than 26 grams are also Class B Felonies and they have a prison sentence of 8-30 years with a fine that can be as much as $200,000.
  • More than 300 grams and beyond carry a 60-year sentence in prison with up to $500,000 in fines and it is considered a Class A Felony.

In addition to fines and jail time, you will need legal representation which is another cost to consider. The process of working your way through the legal system can be challenging and complex. It can easily take a toll on you even before you serve your jail time if you are sentenced. Using or abusing MDMA is not worth destroying your health, losing a portion of your life behind bars, and putting you into significant debt. It is important to remember that if you are arrested and charged with multiple misdemeanors related to drug use and possession, judges are likely to dole out harsher sentences. 

How To Avoid Jail Time By Obtaining Help For Drug Abuse In Tennessee

The aftermath of drug use and abuse is often devastating and can even be life-threatening. The combination of legal woes, jail time, poor health outcomes, destruction of important relationships with loved ones, and death should be enough to deter someone from continuing down a destructive path. However, when a victim is struggling with addiction, they will do things that do not make sense to others who are not having their thoughts and actions controlled by toxic substances. 

To turn a new page, to start fresh, and to be healthy, proper treatment for a drug abuse problem is necessary. Addictions don’t get better on their own, and they can only worsen without help, ultimately leading to death. The medical detox and addiction alternative treatment center at Discovery Place offers a proven 12-step program that will provide you the tools to get clean and beat your addiction. Discovery Place’s Tennessee addiction alternative treatment center’s team of professionals can help you detox safely and effectively and we care about helping you meet your best outcome. Our caring team is here to talk with you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, simply call our Tennessee detox alternative treatment center at 1-800-725-0922. 

 

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