Many people misunderstand what it means to “possess” drugs. They think just because they didn’t have the drugs in their pocket that they can’t possibly be found guilty of possession. This isn’t true. In order to be found guilty of cocaine possession, the prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that you had control over the cocaine or the ability to control it. This could apply to drugs found somewhere in your home, in your vehicle, or even next to you in a public place.