The charge of cocaine possession in North Carolina is always a felony, no matter the amount. A person will be found guilty of this crime if they knowingly possess cocaine, it's that simple. The possession can be actual, meaning on your person, or constructive, meaning within your sphere of control and you know it's there. Drugs are ranked according to a schedule ranging from 1-6 depending on their potential for abuse and their proven medical uses. Cocaine is a schedule 2 drug, meaning it has a high level of abuse and no medical uses. Therefore, the state does have to prove what drug is in your possession. They can do this by using a drug analysis, a drug recognition expert, or even your own words against you. This means an analysis does not need to be performed for someone to be found guilty of cocaine possession. And the penalties as extremely harsh. This means it is imperative if you or someone you know is charged with cocaine possession in North Carolina, call an experienced Defense Attorney right away.