Orange County deputies from the Mission Viejo Community Services Unit launched an investigation that resulted in a search of the home, which yielded a variety of illicit items such as narcotics, psychedelic mushrooms, multiple unregistered firearms (ghost guns), high-capacity magazines, a significant amount of cash, and evidence of drug sales.
Blair Brockman (50), of Mission Viejo, was arrested and put into jail on fourteen charges linked to the seized firearms and narcotics.
Psilocybin, sometimes known as magic mushrooms, is a naturally occurring substance used for its hallucinogenic properties. They are psychedelic substances, which means they can change all of the senses, changing a person’s thoughts, perception of time, and emotions. According to the Alcohol and Drug Foundation, psychedelics can cause people to hallucinate, which is when they see or hear things that do not exist or are distorted.
Penalties for selling illegal narcotics and psychedlic mushrooms in California
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Possessing a controlled substance with the intent to sell is a felony in California (Health and Safety Code §11351). Penalties usually include:
- 2, 3, or 4 years in jail or probation with up to 1 year in jail.
- Fines up to $20,000.
- If the drugs involved are cocaine or heroin, or if there are prior convictions, penalties can range from 3 to 30 years in prison and fines up to $8,000,000.
- Psychedelic Mushrooms: Psilocybin, the active compound in psychedelic mushrooms, is classified as a Schedule I controlled substance.
Selling, transporting, or distributing psilocybin mushrooms may result in:
- 2 to 9 years in state prison.
- Possession with intent to sell can also lead to felony charges, with penalties similar to those for other Schedule I narcotics.
Penalties for owning illegal ghost guns in California
Possession of unlawful ghost guns—firearms that lack serial numbers or other identifying marks—can result in harsh fines in California. Here are some important points:
Misdemeanor Charges:
- Fines: Up to $1,000.
- Jail Time: Up to 1 year in county jail.
Felony Charges:
- Fines: Substantial fines, potentially thousands of dollars.
- Prison Time: Up to 3 years in state prison.
Additional Consequences:
- Confiscation: The illegal ghost guns will be confiscated.
- Criminal Record: A conviction can result in a permanent criminal record, affecting future employment and other opportunities.
California treats ghost gun possession very severely because of their untraceable nature and potential for criminal usage.