The Many Charges You May Face for a California GHB-Related Offense
Gamma Hydroxybutyric Acid, more commonly referred to as GHB, is…for the most part...an illegal drug. It’s only legitimate medical use is for patients who suffer from narcolepsy (that is, excessive daytime sleepiness). If you are one of these patients, hold a valid prescription for the drug and only use it in strict accordance with that prescription, you should not face charges for possessing, using or being under the influence of this drug. But if you do not meet this criteria, you could face a variety of California GHB-related charges for any offense connected to this powerful drug.
This means that if you possess, use, sell, or drive under the influence of GHB, you will face prosecution under at least one of California’s GHB-related laws. And, if California prosecutors can prove that you not only possessed GHB, but used it as a “date rape” drug…a fairly common phenomenon…you could face attempted rape charges as well. If prosecutors can prove that you not only “slipped” GHB into someone’s drink but actually had sex with that individual once he/she was too incapacitated to consent, you could additionally face rape charges.
As you can see, any activity connected to an illegal controlled substance such as GHB can trigger a variety of charges that carry severe penalties. The flip side is that many California GHB-related charges are filed against innocent people. Should you find yourself charged with a California GHB-related crime, immediately consult with an experienced California drug crimes defense attorney.
