There are many criminal crimes that can happen when crossing the San Ysidro-Tijuana border or the Mexical-Calexico border, especially those related to the use of drugs, firearms and contraband.
Customs agents and the Mexican National Guard have tightened their inspections to prevent people from crossing drugs, weapons or committing the crime of contraband.
American and Latino tourists who visit Mexico by land through the San Ysidro, Calexico or any other border are unaware of Mexican laws, and sometimes believing that it is legal to possess medications such as marijuana or a weapon, they are arrested for serious crimes.
According to the Mexican General Health Law (LGS), users will not face criminal actions for possession of less than 5 grams of marijuana, which is considered personal consumption, so any amount greater than this is subject to sanctions by the government. The consequences can include prison sentences of 10 to 25 years in prison for anyone who illegally transports, produces, markets, traffics, supplies or prescribes narcotics in the country.
Being convicted of a drug-related crime can end a person’s life project, especially if they don’t know the laws.
Having a cross-border lawyer like German Terriquez and his team of Justicia Transparente lawyers will guarantee not losing the freedom of your loved one.
Our firm has its own offices in Tijuana and Mexicali and alliances throughout the Mexican Republic, so if you have a criminal problem anywhere in Mexico, we are your best option.
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