Penalties for Drug Convictions

Ineligibility period for possession of illegal drugs (controlled substance):

  • First offense: One year from the date of conviction
  • Second offense: Two years from the date of conviction
  • Third offense: Indefinite ineligibility from the date of conviction
Ineligibility period for sale of illegal drugs (controlled substance):
  • First offense: Two years from date of conviction
  • Second offense: Indefinite ineligibility from the date of conviction