About Drug Possession Charges

Many states have reduced the penalties for marijuana possession - as long as only a very small amount is found.  However, once you exceed that amount, you face a felony charge, just as you would with any other controlled substance.  When the drug found is cocaine, ecstasy, methamphetamines, LSD or other illegal drug or prescription medications, you are in serious legal trouble.   It is crucial that you immediately contact a drug possession defense lawyer if you have been arrested and charged with drug possession.  Even a misdemeanor possession of marijuana should be defended in court with the assistance of a skilled criminal defense lawyer.  As the law usually punishes repeat offenders more harshly, a misdemeanor drug conviction can cause you serious trouble in the future should you face another charge.

Defending Drug Possession Charges

There are frequently strong opportunities for the defense of drug possession cases, and one should always get a drug crime defense lawyer to review the case and advise you as to what strategy could be used in your case.  It is possible that the drug belonged to another person, or that your rights were violated when you were searched.  Without probable cause, it is illegal to search an individual in this country, and this has frequently been violated by overzealous law enforcement officers in the heat of the moment.  It is advised that you contact an attorney at once to determine how to defend your case, or pursue a dismissed charge if your rights were violated in the incident.

Never assume that "nothing can be done" - that is usually far from true.  With a dedicated and aggressive lawyer seeking out the flaws in the case against you, it becomes more likely that your case will have a better outcome with either a dismissed charge, reduced sentence or in some cases, alternative sentencing to avoid spending time in jail.