There are many charges that a person who is using drugs might face if they are pulled over during a traffic stop. One of these is a drug paraphernalia charge. You might think of this as a minor charge; however, you can still face serious penalties for it. Still, it is...
Drug Crime Defense
Many options exist for drug possession defenses
Drug possession charges are viewed by some individuals as minor. Regardless, they can carry considerable penalties upon conviction. Anyone who is facing these charges has the option of presenting a defense to the court. A strategic defense can help you minimize the...
Drug cases might have options not available for other charges
Navigating through the criminal justice system can be a difficult journey, especially if this is your first time as a defendant. We know that being unsure of what's going on can make the situation more difficult to deal with. We are here to walk you through the...
Drugs can lead to various criminal charges for one incident
Drugs can lead you down a dark path that might end when you face criminal charges in relation to them. This is a harsh reality for some individuals, but it might be the wake-up call they need. For a person who is facing drug charges, the impacts of the case are...
Marijuana is still illegal on a federal level
Even though many states are pursing decriminalization of marijuana, this is still a drug that is illegal on a federal level. The federal government hasn't been aggressive in the prosecution of many marijuana cases. Instead, it is leaving the vast majority of these...
People addicted to drugs can sometimes benefit from drug court
Many people who are charged with drug possession don't mean to break the law, they just need to get their hands on their drug of choice due to an addiction. Getting off of these drugs can be very difficult. Rehabilitation programs are often costly and the ones that...
What penalties are possible for heroin possession convictions?
The heroin epidemic is one that can't be denied. Unfortunately, the criminal justice system is much more geared toward punishing adults who are addicted to this drug than it is to helping them to address the underlying addiction that is forcing them to continue using...
Prescriptions can lead to serious drug charges
Many people assume that all drug charges are the result of illegal drugs, but it is possible to face drug charges in connection with prescription drugs. When a doctor writes a prescription, many factors, including the patient's age, weight and condition, are all...
Drug schedules are important in many drug cases
Many drugs are divided into specific schedules that are included in the Controlled Substances Act. This law was implemented in 1970 by President Richard Nixon in an effort to make the hundreds of drug laws on the books easier to keep track of. As a result of the CSA,...
Facing drug charges comes with choices and possible consequences
We recently discussed how a drug conviction can impact your eligibility for federal financial aid. This educational roadblock can have an impact on your career possibilities, but so can the fact that you have a drug conviction on your record. Many employers do...