Charged with possession of a controlled substance and have questions? Illegal Drug Possession Charges.Facing drug charges in Florida? Call our West Palm Beach drug crime attorney at the Law Offices of Greg Rosenfeld, P.A. for a free initial consultation. The possession of drugs, such as; cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, or other illegal drugs, excluding marijuana, could result in a felony of the third degree. Qualified citizen-defendants with pending felony (or misdemeanor) drug charges may voluntarily enter into Palm Beach County's Drug Court program. Any person who violates this subsection is guilty of a misdemeanor of the first degree, punishable as provided in s. 775.082 or s. 775.083. Possessing a controlled substance intending to sell or distribute it is a crime under both Florida and federal law. Possessing a controlled substance intending to sell or distribute it is a crime under both Florida and federal law.