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39:4-49.1. Drug possession by motor vehicle operator |
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possession by motor vehicle operator No person shall operate a motor vehicle
on any highway while knowingly having in his possession or in the motor
vehicle any controlled dangerous substance as classified in Schedules
I, II, III, IV and V of the "New Jersey Controlled Dangerous Substances
Act," P.L. 1970, c. 226 (C. 24:21-1 et seq.) or any prescription
legend drug, unless the person has obtained the substance or drug from,
or on a valid written prescription of, a duly licensed physician, veterinarian,
dentist or other medical practitioner licensed to write prescriptions
intended for the treatment or prevention of disease in man or animals
or unless the person possesses a controlled dangerous substance pursuant
to a lawful order of a practitioner or lawfully possesses a Schedule V
substance.
A person who violates this section shall be fined not less than $50.00 and shall forthwith forfeit his right to operate a motor vehicle for a period of two years from the date of his conviction. L. 1964, c. 289, s. 1. Amended by L. 1985, c. 239, s. 1, eff. July 17, 1985. 39:4-49.2. Exemption; physicians, dentists, etc. The provisions of section 1 of this act shall not apply to a duly licensed physician, dentist, registered pharmacist, veterinarian, nurse, podiatrist, interne or resident physician of a hospital, sanitarium or other medical institution; or to a hospital, sanitarium, clinical laboratory or any other medical institution; or to a State or governmental agency; or to any manufacturer, wholesaler, retailer or regular dealer in drugs. L.1964, c. 289, s. 2. 39:4-49.3. Exemption; common carriers, warehousemen, etc. The provisions of section 1 of this act shall not apply to common carriers or to warehousemen while engaged in lawfully transporting or storing such drugs or to any employee of the same acting within the scope of his employment; or to public officers or employees in the performance of their official duties requiring possession or control of these drugs; or to temporary incidental possession by employees or agents of persons lawfully entitled to possession; or to persons whose possession is for the purpose of aiding public officers in performing their official duties. L.1964, c. 289, s. 3. For information on points, fines, jail and suspension for this violation, go to http://www.njlaws.com/traffic_minimum_penalties.htm Protect your Rights. Before you pled guilty and face potentially thousands of dollars in fees and surcharges, schedule an "in office" appointment with our attorneys experienced in handling these matters. The Police have an experienced attorney as Prosecutor to represent them. Do not jeopardize your driver's license and ability to drive to work.
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Vercammen's Law office represents individuals charged with criminal,
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