Freebase

What is Freebase Cocaine?


Freebase Cocaine refers to the base form of cocaine (and not the salt form). Freebase cocaine is insoluble in water, whereas the hydrochloride salt is water soluble. Freebase cocaine is a different method or ingestion technique for the illegal drug--it is smoked rather than snorted or ingested

Smoking Freebase Cocaine possesses additional side effects; when smoked, the drug releases methylecogonidine into the user’s system due to the pryolysis of the substance—a common side effect which insulating or injecting powderized cocaine does not manifest.


Research suggests that smoking freebase cocaine can be more cardiotxic (worse for the heart) than other routes of ingestion. This increased danger is due to the manifestation of methylecgonidine and its subsequent damaging effects on the lung and liver tissues.


Cocaine, in a pure form, is prepared by neutralizing its compounding salt with an alkaline solution, which aids in the precipitation to a non-polar basic cocaine form. The substance is further refined through an aqueous-solvent Liquid extraction.


What is the Punishment for a Freebase Offense?


The offenses attributed to freebasing Cocaine can include any of the following punitive measures: probation, random drug screening, fines, incarceration, mandatory rehabilitation, mandatory drug treatment programs, and the possible loss of a driver's license--will be initiated if the individual was driving while high.


Arrest Process for Drug Cultivation


Individuals who have been arrested or served documentation in the form of an arrest warrant displaying a Drug Cultivation charge, must cooperate with their arresting officers. Individuals arrested for cocaine possession or use should consult with legal professionals to expedite a plea or the trial process. Resisting – or fleeing from – a cocaine arrest can result in additional penalties.



Reporting Suspected Drug Cultivation


If an individual wishes to present an anonymous tip or report with regard to an offense involving illegal drugs or substances, they have to opportunity to contact the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) through their telephone number: (202) 307-1000