Which Health and Safety Code relates to possession of methamphetamine without a prescription?

• A. HS 11350
• B. HS 11377
• C. HS 11550
• D. HS 11357

Answer: (A)

Possessing a controlled substance without a valid prescription is charged under the general possession statute for controlled substances. Methamphetamine is a Schedule II controlled substance, so having it without a prescription fits squarely under that rule.

This statute makes it illegal to possess a controlled substance unless it’s prescribed to you, so the lack of a valid prescription is the key element. That’s why this choice is the best fit.

The other codes cover different situations: being under the influence of a controlled substance, which is what the 11550 section addresses, doesn’t by itself establish possession. Possession of marijuana is covered by a separate provision focused on that drug. And while 11377 also deals with possession of certain controlled substances, it operates in different contexts and isn’t the primary, straightforward charge for possession without a prescription.