North Vernon man faces drug and counterfeiting charges

A North Vernon man is facing drug and counterfeiting charges.

On Thursday at about 10:30 a.m., the Jennings County Sherriff’s Department served a felony arrest warrant in Lovett Township. Upon arrival at the home, they made contact with the wanted person, 37-year-old Jason Farris. Farris was wanted out of Jennings County for passing counterfeit bills.

Further investigation led to deputies allegedly finding numerous prescription and controlled substances, as well as multiple syringes and paraphernalia inside of the home. Farris was arrested on the following preliminary charges:

– Jennings County Arrest Warrant for Counterfeiting – Level 6 Felony;
– Possession of Syringe – Level 6 Felony;
– Violation of Legend Drug Acts – Level 6 Felony
– Possession of Controlled Substance – Level 6 Felony
– Possession of Paraphernalia – A Misdemeanor