Drug Crimes

Drug-related criminal charges can carry serious consequences and should be carefully evaluated. Whether you are facing allegations involving possession, possession for sale, transportation, manufacturing, or another controlled-substance offense, the potential consequences can depend upon the substance involved, the quantity, the circumstances of the alleged offense, and your prior record.

California Law Centers, APC. provides experienced criminal defense representation to individuals facing drug-related charges. We carefully review the circumstances of the investigation and arrest, the evidence against you, and potential legal defenses that may be available.

Types of Drug Charges

Drug-related criminal cases can involve a variety of allegations, including:

• Possession: Charges may arise when a person is alleged to have knowingly possessed or exercised control over an illegal or unlawfully possessed controlled substance. The specific charge and potential consequences depend upon the substance involved and the circumstances of the case.
• Possession for Sale: Prosecutors may allege that controlled substances were possessed with the intent to sell or distribute them. The prosecution may rely upon factors such as quantity, packaging, communications, cash, or other evidence in attempting to establish intent.
• Transportation or Distribution: More serious allegations may involve the transportation, sale, or distribution of controlled substances.
• Manufacturing: Allegations involving the manufacturing or production of controlled substances can result in serious criminal charges and, depending upon the circumstances, may also involve federal authorities.
• Prescription Drug Offenses: Criminal allegations may also involve the unlawful possession, acquisition, sale, or distribution of prescription medications.

How Can We Help?

Every drug case is different, and the evidence should be carefully examined before determining the appropriate defense strategy.

Depending upon the circumstances, potential issues may include:

• Search and Seizure: Whether law enforcement had a lawful basis to stop, detain, search, or seize evidence.
• Possession and Knowledge: Whether the prosecution can establish that the accused knowingly possessed or controlled the substance.
• Evidence and Chain of Custody: Whether the alleged controlled substance and other evidence were properly collected, preserved, tested, and documented.
• Laboratory Testing: Whether the substance was properly identified and analyzed.
• Statements and Interviews: Whether statements attributed to the accused were lawfully obtained and accurately reported.
• Entrapment: In appropriate circumstances, whether law enforcement conduct raises a potential entrapment defense.

At California Law Centers, our legal team carefully reviews the facts, police reports, evidence, and circumstances surrounding each case to identify potential defenses and determine the available legal options.

We understand that facing criminal charges can be stressful and uncertain. Our clients receive professional representation, personal attention, and clear communication throughout the legal process.

Contact California Law Centers

If you have been arrested, are under investigation, or are facing drug-related criminal charges, contact California Law Centers, APC. for a free case evaluation.

Evening and weekend appointments may be available.

888-DMV-2DUI (888-368-2384)
619-667-3743
[email protected]

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The information provided on this page is general information and is not legal advice. Every criminal case is different, and no particular result is guaranteed.