Opinion ID: 1293246
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Heading: Criminal Matter

Text: Respondent was arrested and charged with possession of alprazolam, a generic form of Xanax; possession of hydrocodone biterate, a generic form of Lortab; and possession of morphine sulfate, all in violation of S.C.Code Ann. § 44-53-370(d)(2). He was also charged with possession of marijuana, less than 28 grams, in violation of S.C.Code Ann. § 44-53-370(d)(3), and possession of cocaine with intent to distribute, based on his possession of 3.84 grams of cocaine, in violation of S.C.Code Ann. § 44-53-370(b)(1). The charges for possession of alprazolam and possession of morphine sulfate were dismissed. With regard to the remaining charges, respondent pled guilty to possession of hydrocodone and acetaminophen, possession of marijuana and possession of cocaine. Respondent does not dispute that he committed the offenses and admits that, at the time of his arrest, he suffered from a cocaine dependency for which he has since sought and completed inpatient and outpatient treatment.