Drug Possession Arrest in Orlando: Charges and Bail

Misdemeanor or Felony?

Florida’s legal definition of cannabis excludes medical marijuana handled in line with the state’s medical marijuana law, and excludes hemp (Fla. Stat. 893.02(3)).

• Cannabis, 20 grams or less: first-degree misdemeanor (Fla. Stat. 893.13(6)(b)). This does not include cannabis resin.
• Other controlled substances without a valid prescription, such as cocaine or MDMA: third-degree felony (Fla. Stat. 893.13(6)(a)).
• More than 10 grams of certain Schedule I or II substances: first-degree felony (Fla. Stat. 893.13(6)(c)).

Bail for Drug Possession in Orange County

The schedule amounts match Florida’s 2026 statewide bond schedule. A judge can set a different amount at first appearance.

• Cannabis, 20 grams or less: $500 bond on the Ninth Circuit schedule. Premium: $100 (the $100 minimum).
• Possession of other drugs: not listed by name on the schedule. Its default for a third-degree felony without violence is $2,500. Premium: $250.
• Larger amounts or trafficking-level charges: higher, and often set by a judge.

Getting Them Out

1. Look them up with the Orange County inmate search, which updates every 30 minutes, or call us at (407) 321-2663.
2. We confirm the charge and the bond.
3. A cosigner signs by phone with e-signature, and you pay the premium: 10% of the bond, $100 minimum.
4. We post the bond at the Booking & Release Center, 3855 S. John Young Pkwy. Orange County Corrections says the bond process can take up to 12 hours.

What These Charges Can Carry

Those are the maximums under Fla. Stat. 775.082 and 775.083. For legal advice, speak with a criminal defense attorney; the Florida Bar Lawyer Referral Service can help you find one.

• First-degree misdemeanor (small amount of cannabis): up to 1 year in jail and a $1,000 fine.
• Third-degree felony (possession of other drugs): up to 5 years and a $5,000 fine.