Crack pipes, rolling papers, scales, syringes, roach clips, bongs, and other materials used to manufacture or prepare drugs for personal use or distribution are all items which can be considered drug paraphernalia. Possession of drug paraphernalia is a Class A misdemeanor, punishable by up to one year in jail and a $2,000 fine.

This information was provided by the Mobile County [AL] District Attorney's Office and is intended to give USA students a legal perspective on what being involved with illegal drugs can mean for their futures. Students are encouraged to be aware of this information when they make decisions about who to hang out with, where to go, and what to do. It should be noted that the legal information provided only encompasses the law of the State of Alabama.

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