Mr. More was convicted of possession with intent to sell, resisting arrest and other charges.

New York courts have, however, generally not taken a harsh stand against those convicted of its use or possession.

Also in 1973, she was convicted of possession of a controlled substance and received three years probation.

She was subsequently convicted of possession and dealing and sentenced to house arrest.

He was also convicted of armed robbery and possession of stolen weapons.

In 2000, he was charged and later convicted of possession of a loaded weapon.

He was convicted of possession of heroin with intent to distribute.

Anyone convicted of possession, supplying or producing drugs illegally could be imprisoned.

The jury convicted him of criminal possession of weapons.

In 1987 he was convicted of criminal possession of a weapon and third-degree assault.