What Are the Punishments for Drug Offenses
What are the punishments for drug offenses? First of all, any drug conviction will lead to your license being suspended for one year. It can go as far up as minimum mandatory 15 years in prison, or as low as pretrial diversion and probation. An experienced criminal defense lawyer can mean the difference between jail and possible reduced or dismissed …
Potential Penalty for Possession of Cannabis
What is the potential penalty for an arrest for possession of cannabis? The first question is whether or not it was over 20 grams or under 20 grams. One is a felony; one is a misdemeanor. In either case, it’s important to understand that you could be eligible for Pre-Trial Diversion. Regardless of whether it’s a misdemeanor or a felony, …
Arrested in Florida During Spring Break
What should I do if I was arrested in Florida during Spring Break for possession of cannabis? Call an attorney who will help you through the process. It’s very important that you do not enter a plea to that crime. If you are convicted, you will lose your driver’s license for a year. It depends on whether you have any …
Charged or Indicted for a Drug Offense?
What should I do if I was charged or indicted for a drug offense? Immediately hire local counsel and do not speak with law enforcement unless that local counsel is with you. You need to have someone advising you, especially in drug cases, because investigators do want to speak with you and find out what you know. That should not …
Possession of Cannabis on My Criminal Record
Will My Arrest for Possession of Cannabis Stay on My Criminal Record What’s important is whether or not, you have any prior criminal history. There is a good chance, if you hired experienced counsel, that your charges can be dismissed. If that happens, then we can expunge your record down the road. An experienced criminal defense lawyer can mean the …
Should I Hire a Drug and Narcotics Attorney?
Should I hire a drug or narcotics attorney? Absolutely. No matter how minor the drug offense is, even if it is this much cannabis. If you are convicted, first of all, you will lose your driver’s license for one year in the state of Florida. Also, having a drug offense on your record can affect a lot of business opportunities …
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