Drug Possession Defense Attorneys

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Drug Possession Defense Lawyers

Drug use is on the rise in American society, and so too are prosecutions for alleged drug crimes. State and federal governments alike have doubled down on their efforts to put drug users behind bars, often with shockingly unfair outcomes.

The crime of drug possession is a favorite among prosecutors, but it’s also one of the most over-charged criminal allegations in the American justice system.

Too often, people who have only a very small amount of a substance in their possession are targeted as rough-and-tumble drug criminals, the result of prosecutorial exaggeration and law enforcement’s overreach.

The truth is that many of these suspects are low-level drug offenders perhaps trying a substance for the first time and what they truly need is assistance for a burgeoning addiction, not ruthless prosecution or incarceration.

Even more disturbingly, some people charged with drug possession were never in possession of drugs at all. These “wrong place, wrong time” situations are more common than most people realize, and they can quickly spiral into astounding injustice.

Put our highly experienced team on your side

Brian J. Kuester
Brian J. Kuester

Former U.S. Attorney

Former DA

Amanda Marshall
Amanda Marshall

Former U.S. Attorney

Local Counsel

Joe Brown
Joe Brown

Former U.S. Attorney
& Former District Attorney

Local Counsel

John W. Sellers
John W. Sellers

Former Senior Trial Attorney
U.S. Department of Justice

Local Counsel

John W. Sellers
Linda Julin McNamara

Former Chief, DOJ Appeals

Local Counsel

Joanne Fine DeLena
Joanne Fine DeLena

Former Assistant U.S. Attorney

Local Counsel

Aaron L. Wiley
Aaron L. Wiley

Former Federal Prosecutor

Local Counsel

Roger Bach
Roger Bach

Former Special Agent (OIG)

Chris Quick
Chris Quick

Former Special Agent (FBI & IRS-CI)

Kevin M. Sheridan
Kevin M. Sheridan

Former Special Agent (FBI)

Ray Yuen
Ray Yuen

Former Supervisory Special Agent (FBI)

Dennis A. Wichern
Dennis A. Wichern

Former Special Agent-in-Charge (DEA)

The Government Is Aggressive in Drug Possession Cases

The general public is largely unaware of just how aggressive police and prosecutors can be in drug cases.

For example, did you know that the majority of traffic stops in many counties are for the sole purpose of finding drugs? Police routinely pull people over for speeding or some other traffic violation, hoping that they will be able to pin a much tougher crime on them, even if the officers had no reason to suspect drug use or possession at the time of the stop.

Once charged with a crime, defendants face an uphill battle. The government enjoys incredible power and limitless resources. The potential penalties are staggering, and too many people go to prison for longer than they should because they chose to face the charges alone.

If you have been charged with drug possession at the state or federal level, you owe it to yourself to get the best possible legal representation right away. Don’t expect the criminal justice system to protect you by itself, even if you are entirely innocent.

With experienced drug possession defense lawyers, though, you do have a chance of defeating these charges. Get in touch with her today!

Compassionate Legal Representation with the Goal of Dismissing the Charges

The The Criminal Defense Firm is dedicated to defending people who stand to lose their reputations, their finances, or their freedom in the face of governmental prosecution.

We understand how frequently trumped-up these charges are. We also understand that everyone makes mistakes. The penalties for drug possession are simply too steep, and no one deserves to spend their entire life paying for a single error in judgment.

Our drug possession defense lawyers have made a real difference for so many Texans charged with possession crimes. We understand how to tackle and combat these charges.

In every case, our goal is to achieve a dismissal of the charges so that you go home as a free person with a clean record. Let us help.

Possession with Intent to Distribute

Depending on the amount of substance allegedly within your possession at the time of your arrest, your charge could be escalated from a simple possession case to possession with intent to distribute (PWID) instead.

PWID is an even more serious offense. The sole distinction between ordinary possession and PWID is whether the prosecution believes you intended to give away or sell some of your drugs to other people.

They don’t need actual evidence of a drug sale to bring this charge against you. Merely having a large amount of the drug or even a large amount of cash, substances that have been individually packaged, or records of frequent phone calls or text messages with potential customers (can be enough for the prosecution to infer) your intent to distribute.

It’s a scary situation, and you need someone who knows the ropes to help you fight back. Our drug possession defense lawyers have the experience and track record you need to protect yourself.

Contact Our Drug Possession Defense Lawyers

We care about what happens to you. When you hire drug possession defense attorneys from The Criminal Defense Firm, you are leveraging our years of experience, proven strategies, and undying passion all with the goal of defeating these charges once and for all.

We believe we can make a significant difference in your case. To get started, contact our drug possession defense lawyer office by calling 866-603-4540 and request a free case evaluation today.

Further Information About Defense of Federal Drug Charges

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Dallas 214-817-2053
Houston 713-454-7814
Detroit 313-634-0925
Baton Rouge 225-269-8749
New York 332-239-7345
Winter Park 407-890-0460
Miami 786-751-3247
Portland 207-222-7742
Nationwide 866-603-4540