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Jenna Johns from NEW PORT RICHEY, FL was booked on 01/21/25.
Booking Date: 01/21/25 City: NEW PORT RICHEY, FL Age/YOB: 33
| Title | Type | Bond |
| POSSESS CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE W/O PRESCRIPTION | $2000 |
New Port Richey Woman Arrested for Drug Possession
Jenna Leigh Johns, a 33-year-old resident of New Port Richey, Florida, was arrested in the early hours of January 21, 2025, by the Pasco Sheriff’s Office (PSO). The arrest occurred at 1:51 AM, and Johns faces a charge of possession of a controlled substance without a valid prescription under Florida Statute 893.13(6A). This offense is classified as a third-degree felony in Florida.
Johns, described as a 5-foot-6-inch female weighing 160 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes, was born in New Port Richey. She is currently held on a bond amount of $2,000. The statute under which she is charged prohibits the possession of controlled substances unless prescribed by a licensed medical professional. A conviction for this offense can result in penalties including up to five years in prison, five years of probation, and fines of up to $5,000.
This arrest highlights Florida’s stringent laws regarding controlled substances, aimed at addressing the ongoing challenges posed by illegal drug possession and distribution. Further court proceedings will determine Johns’ legal outcome, and any updates on her case progression are expected to follow.