Drug Charges Criminal Defense Attorney Serving Shepherdsville, Mount Washington, Shelbyville, Taylorsville, Radcliff, Elizabethtown, Jeffersontown and Greater Louisville, Kentucky
What is possession of drug paraphernalia, and is this a serious criminal offense? When a Shepherdsville police officer or Bullitt County Sheriff is involved in a drug-related arrest, they will usually search the person and their vehicle for “paraphernalia.” Paraphernalia is the type of things that accompany drug dealing or drug use, including rolling papers, a pipe, a bong, a syringe, a tourniquet, spoons with residue, and even things that are seemingly innocent, such as a roach clip or lighter.
Other tools associated with drug possession and drug trafficking can include scales, baggies or foil, razor blades, and even a weapon such as a gun or knife can lead to additional charges. This is why it is important to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible when you are approached by police or arrested for drug possession, trafficking, or possession of drug paraphernalia.
My name is John Schmidt, and after more than 25 years of practice as an attorney here in Shepherdsville, I can tell you drug charges, including paraphernalia-related offenses, are not only serious on their own but often are stacked to increase the consequences the offender will face. If you are approached by police or arrested, you need to know two fundamental rights – the right to remain silent and the right to speak with an attorney.
Use them. Respectfully tell law enforcement, “I have nothing to say and wish to speak with my attorney.” Remain silent until you have called to speak with our office at (502) 509-1490.
Paraphernalia and criminal tools will lead to additional charges that can compound the extent of the consequences you will face and perhaps shift the charges from a misdemeanor to a felony. Felony drug charges are much more severe and carry jail or state prison sentences and large fines and costs. I defend those accused of drug crimes, including drug possession, drug possession with intent to sell or trafficking, as well as paraphernalia and other drug-related allegations. There is a lot I can do to help to reduce or eliminate altogether the charges and potential consequences you ultimately face.
Contact an Experienced Shepherdsville Drug Paraphernalia Lawyer
In misdemeanor drug, paraphernalia, or criminal cases, I can make all of the appearances in Court on your behalf so that you do not need to miss time (and income) from work. There are often alternatives available based upon your unique circumstances and past record (if any), and I invite you to contact us via e-mail, schedule an appointment or call us today at (502) 509-1490 to get the advice and aggressive criminal defense you need and deserve. At the Law Offices of John Schmidt & Associates, we bring more than 25 years of experience to your side of the equation, manage the situation you face and the allegations against you, and work hard to achieve a much better outcome in your case than you can or will accomplish on your own.
