Heroin is a Class A drug meaning it is a drug considered to do more damage than other drugs.
If you are caught with possession of heroin you can do up to 7 years of jail time or receive an unlimited fine or both.
If you are caught dealing heroin or giving it to a friend you can do up to a life time in prison or receive an unlimited fine or both.
Police have the ability to search people and houses with only the suspicion of possesion