United States v. Palacios-Quinonez,
431 F.3d 471 (5th Cir. Nov. 29, 2005) (California conviction
of "possession" of a controlled substance for purposes
of U.S.S.G. § 2L1.2(b)(1)(A)(i), includes constructive possession;
purchase for sale of a controlled substance, in violation
of California Penal Code § 11351 is an aggravated felony drug
trafficking offense for sentencing purposes).
jurisdiction:
Fifth Circuit