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Maine woman facing life behind bars for drug possession

Maine woman facing life behind bars for drug possession

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A woman from Aroostook County could spend life behind bars after agents found about 92 pounds of meth in her home.

Nicole McLaughlin of Caswell pleaded guilty Thursday to possession of more than 500 grams of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute. The Department of Justice says she also pled guilty to possession of firearms by an unlawful user of controlled substances.

The search of her home took place following a car crash in Presque Isle on May 5th. Officers found meth and other items in her car before drug agents found more drugs in her home.

She faces a mandatory minimum of 10 years and up to life in prison on the drug charge. For the firearm charge, she could serve up to 10 years behind bars and have to pay a $250,000 fine.

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