The quantity involved in a drug charge matters far less than most defendants expect. What the substance was, where it was found and what the prosecution says you intended to do with it will shape the case more than the amount, and a drug charge attorney reads a police report with exactly those questions in mind.
Even minor drug-related charges now carry serious and complex penalties, including fines, probation or jail time. To make sure your rights, your future and your freedom are protected, make The Law Offices of Alejo Lugo & Associates your drug crime defense attorney.
We Handle All Kinds of Drug Charges
Drug charges may involve well known illegal drugs such as cocaine, heroin, or methamphetamine as well as possession of legal prescription drugs that you do not have a prescription for. At The Law Offices of Alejo Lugo & Associates, we know the law as it pertains to drugs and we can provide an aggressive and effective defense whether you have been charged with:
- Drug Possession
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
- Under the Influence of Drugs
- DUI of Drugs
- Possession with the Intent to Sell
- Drug Trafficking
- Drug Conspiracy
- Drug Manufacturing
You Deserve a Personalized Legal Strategy
Just because drug charges are common does not mean that you want to go with a generic, one-size-fits all defense. At The Law Offices of Alejo Lugo & Associates, we can provide the personalized representation you need and deserve. We will work with you to find the best defense strategy for your case based on our experience, your situation and desires, and the evidence relevant to your charge.
We can begin helping the moment you are arrested for a drug crime. Just call us and we can come to the facility where you are being held. With us present during police questioning, you will be assured your rights are protected and you will not have to worry about accidentally admitting any information that may be used against you later.
Depending on what we discover, we may be able to convince the prosecutor to drop the charges against you or offer an advantageous plea deal. After over 20 years of experience, we know the local drug courts and we can predict with a high degree of certainty how different prosecutors will respond in specific types of drug cases. This means we can provide you with accurate advice about your options.
Drug Diversion Could Be an Option
Depending on the nature of your alleged drug offense and your criminal background, you may be eligible to participate in a drug diversion program. Instead of going to jail, you will complete a drug treatment program and adhere to certain other probation conditions. If you complete the program successfully, your drug charge will be dismissed and you will not have to deal with the stigma of a drug offense on your permanent record.
Call Now to Start Building Your Defense
No matter what type of drug charge you may be facing, you can be confident that when you are represented by The Law Offices of Alejo Lugo & Associates, you will be protected from any unfair or unjust sentences or convictions. Call us right away at (800) 497-0018 so we can get to work on your case.