There are a number of factors that go into determining Georgia felony drug possession jail or prison sentences, fines, or other penalties.
For possession of a Schedule I or Schedule II, and non-narcotic drugs: Imprisonment of not less than one year nor more than 15 years for a first offense, depending on the amount. A third or subsequent offense doubles that amount. (Schedule II narcotics include morphine, opium, codeine, fentanyl, and oxycodone, among others. Schedule II non-narcotic drugs include stimulants such as amphetamine or methamphetamine, and Ritalin, as well as amobarbital, glutethimide, and pentobarbital.)
For unlawful possession of non-narcotic Schedule III, Schedule IV or Schedule V drug: A sentence of not less than one year nor more than five years for a first offense. Upon conviction of a second or subsequent offense, the sentence becomes not less than one year nor more than ten years.
Although the penalties that the court can impose are severe, there are punishments that are apart from those handed down by a judge. Convictions for drug possession can lead to strict conditions of probation for years, suspension of driving privileges, affect your ability to get a job, obtain a loan, or get a firearms license. It frequently leads to problems with family, and friends. Landlords typically run background checks, and are less than likely to want to rent to someone with a felony record., and if you are seeking child custody, a drug possession conviction may very well be held against you.