A charge is not a conviction, and you are innocent until proven guilty. We can defend you against your criminal charges and advise you on your legal options if you were accused of a drug crime. The right to legal representation is fundamental, and our Plymouth Meeting criminal defense lawyer is ready to fight your case for you.
A Plymouth Meeting drug charges lawyer from McKenzie Law Firm, P.C. can help you fight your criminal offense so you can retain your freedom and prevent damage to your reputation.
Drug charges do not just focus on usage or possession. There are many activities involving drugs or controlled substances that are illegal and can result in state or federal charges ranging from a misdemeanor to a felony in Pennsylvania.
Activities that could result in drug charges include:
Police require probable cause to arrest you on drug charges. This could mean they see or smell drugs, observe you violating laws, find drugs during a legal search, or perform chemical testing that comes back with positive results. The burden of proof to justify taking your case to trial and getting a conviction is on the prosecution, and the standard is high.
A criminal defense attorney from our firm with experience handling these types of cases may be able to help you by crafting a defense strategy to challenge the prosecution.
Depending on the seriousness of the charges against you, and whether there are any aggravated circumstances such as the involvement of minors or violence, you could face years in jail and other legal penalties as well as non-legal consequences.
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and Department of Justice (DOJ) classify controlled substances into Schedules, with Schedule I and II drugs resulting in more severe penalties.
Penalties you could face include:
It’s possible to obtain a reduction of the charges against you so that the penalties you face are not as severe. The goal for us is to secure a fair case outcome for you. You don’t have to fight drug charges alone when you can have a defense lawyer from McKenzie Law Firm, P.C. fighting for you.
The criminal justice system is complex and cases involving drugs can be challenging, especially if you intend to represent yourself, which we caution against. The prosecuting attorney is working to convict you and may seek a tough sentence to set an example. The prosecutor likely has experience prosecuting defendants, so having your own lawyer who has experience defending against charges could benefit you.
If you obtain our legal services, we will work your case by:
We want to fight for you and secure an appropriate case outcome. One way we can help you is by appearing in court on the day of your hearing so the judge will not have to issue a bench warrant for your arrest or detainment in Montgomery County. You could lose your bail and end up being held in jail, robbing you of your opportunity to play a role in building your defense.
Our founder’s experience as a former criminal prosecutor helps us understand how the prosecution might handle your case. We are not afraid to put this insight to use as we build your defense, which could involve:
Drug charges are not something to be taken lightly, which is why our law firm is ready to advocate for you. It’s your right to have an attorney on your side, and we are ready to let you know more about how we can help you.
If you are facing criminal charges relating to drugs, we may be able to help you enter the Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD) program, especially if this is your first offense. To talk to McKenzie Law Firm, P.C. about your case, please contact our team in Plymouth Meeting today.
