Are you searching for a drug charges defense attorney near me? Do you need an experienced criminal defense attorney who can protect your rights and interests while working to reduce the charges and consequences you face or the dismissal of your case altogether?
Kentucky law enforcement has been focused on drug-related crimes and enforcement for several years. What are some of the most common drug offenses here in Jefferson, Bullitt, Hardin, Spencer, Shelby, and Oldham counties in Kentucky? There are multiple potential offenses for the prosecution to select from, and the charges and potential consequences one may face in the Commonwealth or under Federal law carry heavy fines and the genuine risk of substantial jail time. This is why you need an experienced criminal defense attorney on your side, providing sound advice and working on your behalf.
As your drug charges defense attorney, there is a lot I can do to achieve a much better outcome in your case than you can accomplish on your own. Some of the most common drug charges here in Kentucky include drug possession, possession of a controlled substance, drug trafficking, prescription drug fraud, and drug manufacturing. Our laws have established five schedules that divide and classify the type of drug crime(s) you may be charged with, as well as the potential consequences. There are enhancements in associated penalties based on the associated schedule of the drug in questions, and if a firearm is used in connection with the alleged offense.
Almost all drug charges carry the potential for jail time and fines. Felony cases involve longer prison sentences and fines up to $10,000 or more. In some cases, there may be legal alternatives I can pursue on your behalf, such as a presumptive probation or a deferred prosecution program. We work to investigate every aspect of your case including the actions of law enforcement, investigators and evidence collection and testing, as well as the statements of witnesses or other alleged defendants. There is a lot I can do to challenge the evidence as well as the presumptions of the prosecution in order to achieve a much better outcome in your case.
The United States Department of Justice recently published an extensive study that showed those who were represented by an effective drug charges defense attorney are much less likely to face jail sentences than, and receive lower sentences, than those who attempt to represent themselves. You have the right to remain silent, and to contact an attorney. I highly recommend both.
We 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.
