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Orange County deputies from the Mission Viejo Community Services Unit initiated an investigation that led to a search of the residence where an array of illicit items, including narcotics, psychedelic mushrooms, multiple unregistered firearms (ghost guns), high-capacity magazines, a substantial amount of cash, and evidence indicative of drug sales.
The suspect, Blair Brockman (50) of Mission Viejo, was arrested was and booked into jail with fourteen charges related to the firearms and narcotics that were seized.
Psilocybin or magic mushrooms are naturally occurring and are consumed for their hallucinogenic effects. They are psychedelic drugs, which means they can affect all the senses, altering a person’s thinking, sense of time and emotions. Psychedelics can cause a person to hallucinate, seeing or hearing things that do not exist or are distorted, according to the Alcohol and Drug Foundation.
Penalties for selling illegal narcotics and psychedlic mushrooms in California
Illegal Narcotics: Under California Health and Safety Code § 11351, possessing a controlled substance with the intent to sell is a felony. Penalties typically 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 can 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
In California, possessing illegal ghost guns—firearms without serial numbers or other identifying marks—can lead to severe penalties. Here are some key 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 takes the possession of ghost guns very seriously due to their untraceable nature and potential use in crimes.
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