Unfortunately, if you have been arrested for drug possession, you should know that it is an incredibly serious offense that could lead to lengthy jail time and expensive fines. In the United States, there are approximately 1.6 million drug-related arrests annually, while only around 13.3 percent of those arrests are surrounding the sale and manufacturing of drugs.
A Montgomery drug possession defense attorney can help you fight any drug-related charges you are facing. At Luck Law, LLC, we have experience with drug-related crimes and possible defenses, so please contact us to discuss a defense strategy today.
What You Should Do If You Are Facing Charges for Drug Possession
If you have been charged with being in possession of a controlled substance, you are facing potentially harsh consequences, even for marijuana possession. There are a few things that you should do:
- Invoke your right to remain silent
- Invoke your right to legal help and get in contact with a criminal defense attorney
- Don’t try to talk or negotiate your way out of the charges
- Speak with an attorney before you post bond
An experienced criminal defense lawyer can help right away following an arrest in many ways. Don’t wait to seek out the right attorney for your case. The right lawyer is one who:
- Has experience defending against drug possession charges
- Handles cases in the Montgomery area on a regular basis
- Someone who will not simply push you to plead guilty, but who is ready to take your case to court to fight wrongful charges
A Few Effective Defenses You Might Use Against Drug Possession Charges,
Fortunately for many defendants, there are legal defenses that commonly apply against drug possession charges. Our law firm can help you develop and present the following defenses – among others – if they are relevant to your case:
- You did not possess the drugs that you are being accused of having in your constructive possession. This defense might be used by those who have rented a vehicle or house where the drugs were found.
- You had no idea that the drugs found on you were in your possession. This defense might apply to those who were given a package that held the drugs, but they never opened the package or knew about the drugs.
- You were improperly or illegally searched, or another type of abuse of power by officers occurred. If the police did not follow the correct procedures, you could use this defense. You can also use this defense if the police planted the drugs or coercively sold you the drugs in order to arrest you.
Contact a Montgomery Drug Crime Defense Attorney As Soon As Possible To Evaluate Your Drug Possession Charges
Drug possession charges are serious matters that can lead to overly harsh consequences if your case is mishandled. That is why it could be best to hire a Montgomery criminal defense attorney to aid you in handling all the matters surrounding your drug charges. The Luck Law, LLC, office is equipped to help those facing drug charges and can ensure your case is dealt with correctly. Contact our office today to arrange an appointment.
