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The serious consequences of marijuana possession in Kansas

by Carl E. Cornwell Attorney At Law | Jan 25, 2017 | Drug Crimes

Despite the perception that marijuana possession is not a serious crime, a conviction will result in serious penalties. Many states have legalized the recreational use of this drug, but the drug is still a controlled substance in Kansas. In July 2016, state lawmakers...

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Drug conspiracy charges and your loved one

by Carl E. Cornwell Attorney At Law | Dec 23, 2016 | Drug Crimes

Unquestionably, Kansas, Missouri and the rest of the country have a drug problem that does not seem to be getting better. Programs to educate the public, motivate young people and rehabilitate addicts have barely made dents in the problem. Your child has probably...

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Do you need a lawyer if you are under investigation?

by Carl E. Cornwell Attorney At Law | Nov 29, 2016 | Drug Crimes

The threat of criminal charges is daunting. Even a misdemeanor charge can have a detrimental impact on your life, necessitating quick action to protect your rights and interests. Even if you have not yet been charged with a crime, you can benefit from the help of an...

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Kansas attorney general reports on Colorado pot

by Carl E. Cornwell Attorney At Law | Oct 19, 2016 | Drug Crimes

Even though marijuana is illegal in Kansas, the legalization of the drug in Colorado has had a significant impact on the state. According to Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt, a recent survey of 320 different Kansas law enforcement agencies and 70 district...

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When to accept a plea bargain in a criminal case

by Carl E. Cornwell Attorney At Law | Sep 28, 2016 | Drug Crimes

A plea bargain refers to the process of negotiation between a defense lawyer and the prosecution. Both the defense lawyer and the prosecution are able to initiate these negotiations, which then the defendant must accept or reject. During a typical plea bargaining...

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Federal government upholds marijuana classification: What does it mean for Kansas?

by Carl E. Cornwell Attorney At Law | Aug 24, 2016 | Drug Crimes

Despite the decriminalization of marijuana for medicinal purposes in 25 states and the District of Columbia, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) recently announced it will maintain cannabis classification as a Schedule I drug. Under federal law, marijuana is...

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Ringleader of multistate marijuana ring arrested

by Carl E. Cornwell Attorney At Law | Jul 27, 2016 | Drug Crimes

During a traffic stop in December of 2013, Kansas City police officers made an unusual discovery: a safe in a vehicle driven by Ronald D. Boyd was full of $100 bills totaling $70,000. While Boyd claimed he had the large sum of cash on him because he was a real estate...

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