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title: "What happens if drugs were found in my car or home but they weren't mine?"
description: "This is a constructive possession situation, the prosecution must prove not only that drugs were present but that you knew about them and had dominion and control over them. When drugs are found in a..."
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date: 2026-04-18
modified: 2026-04-29
author: "Bank and Munns"
type: avada_faq
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# What happens if drugs were found in my car or home but they weren't mine?

This is a constructive possession situation, the prosecution must prove not only that drugs were present but that you knew about them and had dominion and control over them. When drugs are found in a shared space such as a car with multiple occupants or a residence with multiple residents, establishing possession beyond a reasonable doubt can be difficult for the prosecution. An experienced attorney can effectively challenge constructive possession arguments when the facts support it.