New York Drug Possession Attorneys
Possessing any type of illegal drug, prescription or recreational, in the Unites States is a crime. Depending on the amount of drugs found in a person’s possession, whether or not it is for personal use, whether minors are involved or if there exists the intent to sell; a person may be charged with a misdemeanor or felony drug possession or drug possession with intent to sell. Penalties for drug possession range from up to 1 year in jail to several years in prison, fines, restitution, drug rehabilitation, driver’s license suspension, community service, probation and parole. In addition, a person will receive a lifetime mark on their criminal record if a conviction is reached.
Drug Crimes Lawyers in New York, NY
The attorneys at the Law Offices of Brian D. Perskin can put up a strong defense against any drug possession charges that you may face. Often for a first time offender, or a person possessing a small quantity of drugs, an attorney may be able to request alternative sentencing in lieu of incarceration. This can only be carried out by an experienced New York drug possession lawyer who is very knowledgeable with negotiation tactics and the criminal court system.
By contacting our firm today, a New York drug possession lawyer can meet with you face to face and determine what direction we may take in an effort to obtain a case win. Drug possession charges are susceptible to many possible defenses. Important questions our New York drug possession lawyers may seek to answer when building your defense may include:
- Did law enforcement officers have probable cause?
- Was the search and seizure of the drugs performed legally?
- Were the drugs on your person or somewhere else?
- Did the officers follow proper arrest procedures?
Illegal Drugs in New York
There are many types of different drugs in the United States that are considered illegal. Please contact our firm today if you or someone you love has been accused, charged or arrested for the possession of any type of illegal or prescription drugs including the following:
- Marijuana (pot, hash)
- Methamphetamine (speed, meth)
- Heroin
- Cocaine (coke, crack)
- Ecstasy (MDMA)
- LSD (acid)
- Oxycontin
- Morphine
- PCP
- Steroids
- Hydrocodone (vicodin)
- Opium
The Law Offices of Brian D. Perskin is located in New York, NY and Brooklyn Heights, New York. We provide outstanding legal resources, advice, guidance and representation to clients accused of drug possession or drug possession with intent to sell in Manhattan, Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens, New York.
Have you been arrested for a drug related charge? Contact our office for a free consultation. We will provide you with as much information about the criminal process and help you understand the options you may have to mount a successful defense. Accused of drug possession? Contact the Law Offices of Brian D. Perskin today!