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Los Angeles Drug Possession Attorneys

Experienced California Criminal Defense Lawyers

If law enforcement finds any type of illegal drug in your possession, you could be facing either a misdemeanor or felony charge in California. The severity of your charges and the penalties you face will depend upon the type of drug found in your possession, the quantity and whether or not you had the intent to sell. In California a drug possession charge, unlike a possession for sale charge, can result in only a fine, unless the drug in your possession is cocaine. Possession of cocaine, even if only a small amount, is an instant felony charge that is punishable by at least 1 year in jail as well as heavy fines. Regardless of the type of drug found in your possession, a conviction of drug possession will carry with it a permanent mark on your criminal record.

It is very important that if you have been charged with possession that you hire an attorney who has the knowledge and skill to find success in defending your case. A skilled drug possession attorney with expertise in defending clients against all types of drug crime charges may be able to obtain alternative sentencing, such as a drug diversion program, for you or have the charges against you dismissed completely.

The attorneys at the Law Offices of James E. Blatt have superior qualifications and the hands on experience needed to provide you with excellent criminal defense in either state or federal court. We offer our legal services to those accused of drug crimes throughout Los Angeles, Riverside, Ventura, San Bernardino, and Santa Clarita, California.

Combined, our attorneys have 75 years of legal experience and are familiar with California’s current drug possession laws and penalties. If you are facing a drug possession charge, our lawyers may be able to work with the prosecution to resolve this matter without ever setting foot in court. Your criminal defense lawyer at our firm will do whatever is needed to protect your future!

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