Drug Crime Lawyer

The drug crime laws in New York are extremely strict. Those who are found guilty of drug crimes, whether it be possession or possession with the intent to sell face severe penalties, including extended periods of incarceration. Being charged with a drug crime can have serious and long lasting effects on an individual’s career and personal life. If you have been arrested for a felony of this kind or if you believe you are under investigation it is essential that you acquire the services of an experienced drug crime lawyer without delay. At our firm we can offer you skilled legal assistance and representation, all for a very low price.

If you are tried and found guilty of a drug related crime in New York this felony will be visible on your permanent record. A crime of this nature can severely affect your future job prospects, education opportunities and may pose a problem if you wish to travel internationally. Due to the strict nature of the drug laws in New York it is possible to be charged with a Class A felony if you are in possession of two or more ounces of an illegal substance. This is a serious crime, and carries with it a mandatory sentence of fifteen years incarceration as those who possess two or more ounces of drugs are viewed as being potential drug traffickers, who are selling and distributing illegal substances.

If you are a first time offender you may not be charged with a felony of this magnitude, but the likelihood of a prison sentence is extremely high. Having an ounce or more of an illegal substance counts as a felony, but if you have been apprehended with less than an ounce in your possession you will most likely be charged with a misdemeanour. These charges and their associated penalties can be contested by an aggressive and effective defense, which can be provided to you by a highly experience drug crime lawyer from our firm.