So in December of 2024 I was caught with about a gram of cocaine I was placed on drug court. fast forward 10 months later I now have a warrant for my arrest for not completing drug court. What consequences/ time am I facing thanks fyi I do have priors from before but for possession of marajuana under 3 grams and I’ve always had those charges dropped for completing a program. Thanks
Location: west palm beach Florida
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That sucks, only recommendation…Turn yourself in, and complete it. Good luck Op
Without more information I can say that you were probably charged under Florida Statute §893.13(6)(a). That’s a third-degree felony, punishable by: Up to 5 years in state prison, a $5,000 fine, and/or 5 years of probation. Drug court was likely offered to you in lieu of conviction, meaning if you completed the program, the charge would be dismissed or reduced.
Because you didn’t complete drug court, the court probably removed you from the drug court program, and Issued a “violation of program” or “failure to appear” warrant.
When you fail drug court, the court usually reinstates your original criminal case. That means your case goes back to active felony prosecution and you’ll need to turn yourself in or be arrested on the warrant (they are usually less lenient with sentencing if you were arrested vs turning yourself in).