Arrested for a drug crime? Depending on the severity of the charge, drug crimes have the potential to cost you everything that you hold dearāincluding your freedom. In order to preserve your rights and liberties, you need to understand your legal options by working with our Thousand Oaks drug crime defense lawyer.
When you work with Strongest Defense, we get to know you and the circumstances of your charges so that we can construct a defense that has the best chance of having your charges reduced or dropped. Reach out right away to schedule a free initial consultation because time is of the essence when it comes to this type of court case.
Types Of Drug Crimes Our Thousand Oaks Drug Crime Defense Lawyer Handles
There are many different types of drug crimes, and not all of them are charged the same. Some types of drug charges, such as simple possession, can be charged as a misdemeanor, but many types of drug charges are felonies that come with severe consequences.
Some of the types of drug offenses that our Thousand Oaks drug crime defense lawyer has extensive experience in defending include:
- Possession: Depending on how much of a substance is found in your possession, you can be charged with either felony or misdemeanor possession.
- Manufacture: Manufacturing drugs is always a felony offense and evidence against you can potentially include large amounts of drugs and manufacturing equipment found in your home or place of business.
- Trafficking: Trafficking drugs across state lines is always a felony offense and exact penalties will depend on the amount of drugs found in your possession and the distance traveled with intent to distribute them.
- Delivery and dealing: Dealing drugs is typically charged as a felony offense and evidence against you will typically include large amounts of a controlled substance found in your possession.
We also represent people who have been charged with less common drug crimes such as prescription forgery, distribution, and possession of precursor chemicals and other paraphernalia.
Penalties For Drug Crimes In California
Since drug crimes are penalized very differently depending on which crime you are charged with, it is not possible to determine which penalties are most likely to be a threat to you. Besides the specific charges, some of the factors that might influence the severity of your penalties include the types of drugs involved, whether weapons were involved, whether gang influence was involved, and more.
Regardless, some of the penalties you might face for your charges potentially include:
- Jail time
- Fines and court fees
- Probation
- Court-mandated educational drug classes
If you are charged with a felony, prison time is almost a guarantee and these sentences can run into the decades. Additionally, if you are convicted of a drug crime, you can face other penalties such as:
- Loss of custody of your children
- Loss of your job or difficulty getting a job
- Difficulty procuring housing
- Social stigma among your peers and loved one
If you want any chance of beating your allegations and preventing these penalties from becoming a reality, you need to reach out for legal help from our Thousand Oaks drug crime defense lawyer right away.
Strongest Defense Can Defend You From Drug Charges
If you are facing charges from a drug crime, do not lose hope. The founding attorney of Strongest Defense is a former prosecutor with experience on both sides of the courtroom, so the firm offer a unique insider perspective when it comes to defending against criminal allegations. If you are facing drug charges, reach out right away for a free initial consultation so we can get started on an effective defense.
Frequently Asked Questions
Marijuana is legal in California. Can I still be charged with possession?
If you are found carrying more than the legal limit of marijuana, which is 28.5 grams, you can still be charged with simple possession.
Can I get a DUI for driving under the influence of drugs?
Yes. Driving while intoxicated, whether that intoxication is due to drugs or alcohol, is illegal and can incur DUI charges.
Is it illegal to possess drug paraphernalia in California?Ā
Any equipment that you use to make, use, or hide illegal substances in California is illegal. Drug paraphernalia might include needles, spoons, pipes, razor blades, and other tools you might use to imbibe drugs.
