Rooney Philly Lawyer, located at 2401 Pennsylvania Avenue 1C41 in Philadelphia, PA, specializes in helping clients navigate Pennsylvania’s Drug Diversion Program. The firm explains how drug offense convictions carry severe penalties including imprisonment, steep fines, license suspension, and long-term reputation damage, while emphasizing that Section 17 probation programs offer first-time drug offenders a second chance to clear their record. Attorney Rooney details the program’s eligibility requirements, explaining that individuals with prior drug convictions, misdemeanor or felony convictions, ARD participation, multiple charges from separate incidents, or dangerous juvenile offender designations cannot qualify. The firm outlines how successful completion results in charge dismissal after probation, though participants only receive one opportunity for program participation. Their criminal defense team guides clients through the application process, including drug and alcohol evaluations, probation officer assignments, and structured treatment processes. Serving Philadelphia, Delaware, Montgomery, Bucks, and Chester counties, Rooney Philly Lawyer can be reached at (215) 279-8400 for personalized consultation regarding drug diversion program eligibility and representation.
Dickman Law Offices, P.S.C., located at 19 W. 11th Street, Covington, KY 41011 and reachable at 1-800-611-PAUL, provides skilled drug possession defense throughout Kentucky and Ohio. Attorney Paul J. Dickman knows how to deliver aggressive defense against drug charges, challenging both evidence and police procedures while making compelling arguments to judges and juries. Kentucky law defines drug possession as having drugs in custody and under control, with convictions requiring concrete evidence legally acquired through proper police procedure. As an experienced legal advocate, Dickman thoroughly investigates charge circumstances and aggressively challenges prosecutors at every turn, working for treatment options rather than jail time when convictions occur. The firm recently proved a client was unaware of drugs under a borrowed car’s seat, resulting in charge dismissal. Their practice covers defense against possession and trafficking charges involving controlled substances including marijuana, hashish, cocaine and crack cocaine, methamphetamine, barbiturates and stimulants, heroin, prescription narcotics including oxycontin, and other opiates and hallucinogens. The firm welcomes truckers and out-of-state clients, offering free consultations to evaluate cases and preserve clients’ rights.
Ken Swartz at the Swartz Law Firm, based at 14 NE 1st Ave #1211, Miami, FL 33132, provides specialized defense for clients facing drug possession charges in Florida. Florida Bar Board Certified in criminal defense, Attorney Swartz explains that possession with intent to distribute is a felony under both Florida Statutes 893.13 and federal law 18 U.S.C. 841, carrying significantly harsher penalties than simple possession. For conviction, prosecutors must prove knowing and willful possession plus intent to distribute, which doesn’t necessarily require evidence of sales—large quantities alone can support this charge. The firm develops numerous legal defenses including lack of knowledge about the drug’s presence, challenging constructive possession, asserting entrapment by law enforcement, requesting crime lab analysis to verify the substance’s nature, and questioning chain of custody procedures. Simple possession is typically handled as a misdemeanor with potential diversion sentencing for first-time offenders, while possession with intent cases carry mandatory minimum sentences at the federal level and three-year minimums in Florida state courts. For experienced legal representation in drug possession cases, call (305) 579-9090.
Lacey Thompson of the Thompson & Hiller Defense Firm operates from 604 16th Ave N in Myrtle Beach and 1231 Elmwood Ave in Columbia, SC, specializing in defending clients against possession with intent to distribute charges. The firm explains that most PWID charges in South Carolina stem from drug weight thresholds—typically more than one gram of cocaine or one ounce of marijuana—rather than other evidence of distribution intent. However, they emphasize that prosecutors must still prove intent to distribute, which can be shown through circumstantial evidence like baggies, scales, packaging methods, defendant statements, or recorded conversations. The attorneys clarify that simple possession is a lesser included offense of PWID, meaning prosecutors may offer to reduce charges in exchange for pleas, or juries may convict on the lesser charge if intent isn’t proven. The firm details penalty variations based on drug type and offense history, noting marijuana PWID first offenses carry up to five years imprisonment, while cocaine, crack, or heroin PWID first offenses bring up to 15 years, with mandatory minimum sentences applying to second and third offenses. For skilled defense against any drug charge in South Carolina, call 843-444-6122 to schedule a free initial consultation.
Attorney Patrick J. Murphy, practicing from 90 Canal St, 4th Floor, Boston, MA 02114 and available at (617) 367-0450, offers expert defense for possession with intent to distribute drug charges. With over 25 years successfully handling serious felony cases, Murphy understands society’s shifting views on drug addiction as mental illness and the corresponding increased prosecution of alleged distributors. Massachusetts drug laws prohibit both actual drug sales and possession with intent to sell, with punishments varying based on controlled substance classification and prior convictions. Class A substances (heroin, fentanyl, ketamine) bring up to ten years in state prison for first offenses and mandatory minimum 3.5-year sentences (maximum 15 years) for second offenses. Class B substances (cocaine, crack, MDMA) carry identical first-offense penalties but no mandatory minimum for subsequent convictions. Class C substances (diazepam, mescaline, psilocybin) bring up to five years initially and ten years for subsequent offenses. Even marijuana (Class D) possession with intent carries two-year sentences, increasing to 2.5 years for repeat offenders. Attorney Murphy builds aggressive, strategic defenses through negotiation, suppression motions, and jury litigation.
JRLaw, PLC operates from 110 East Broward Blvd. Suite 1700 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, providing experienced drug crime defense across Virginia Beach, Hampton, Chesapeake, Suffolk, Portsmouth, and Norfolk. Attorney Jerrell Johnson brings over a decade of experience to cases involving manufacture, cultivation, possession, sale, distribution, and possession with intent to distribute controlled substances. The firm emphasizes that drug charge penalties depend on substance schedule, quantity possessed, and prior offenses, with penalties ranging from 30-day jail sentences for first-time marijuana possession to 40-year imprisonment for cocaine trafficking. Their defense strategies include challenging search warrants, questioning possession evidence, and protecting clients against self-incrimination when dealing with police and prosecutors. Attorney Johnson thoroughly assesses case facts and evidence, prioritizing constant communication while leveraging his unique blend of legal and law enforcement background to challenge investigations at every stage. Their approach includes pursuing pretrial motions to suppress evidence, negotiating alternative sentencing, and providing vigorous trial advocacy when necessary. For a free consultation, contact JRLaw at (757) 447-0080.
The Law Offices of Jason Goldman operates from 275 Madison Avenue, 35th Floor, New York, NY 10016, providing specialized defense for clients facing federal drug charges under 21 USC 841. Attorney Goldman explains that federal drug penalties are exceptionally severe, with trafficking in Schedule I or II substances like cocaine, heroin, fentanyl, LSD, and PCP carrying mandatory 10-year prison sentences upon conviction. Under 21 U.S.C. §841(b)(1)(a) and 960(b)(1), trafficking specific quantities can result in sentences from 10 years to life, while different quantities under related statutes may trigger 5-40 year sentences. The firm emphasizes recent prosecutorial focus on fentanyl-related offenses, with enhanced penalties for cases involving overdoses. Their defense strategies exploit potential gaps in federal drug statutes, challenging quantities, examining client roles in trafficking organizations, and exploring defenses related to entrapment, necessity, intent, or knowledge. As a former prosecutor, Attorney Goldman brings valuable perspective to both sides of drug crime cases, implementing pre-trial motions and persuasive sentencing memorandums to secure favorable outcomes. For immediate assistance with federal drug charges, call 212-466-6617.
The Court Martial Law Division of Aviso Law LLC, with offices at 618 N. Tejon St., Colorado Springs, CO 80903 and 2590 Walnut Street, Denver, CO 80205, delivers specialized military drug crime defense services. They represent service members facing charges under Article 112a of the Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ), which prohibits drug use, possession, manufacture, distribution, and importing or exporting. The firm understands the military’s zero-tolerance approach to drug offenses and the serious consequences of conviction, including potential court-martial and imprisonment. Their attorneys excel at defending positive urinalysis cases by reconstructing circumstances, investigating whether proper testing procedures were followed, challenging sample contamination, and establishing if use was unknowing or prescription-based. For possession and distribution cases, they examine search legality and evidence chain-of-custody. The firm emphasizes the importance of immediate legal representation following drug allegations, advising clients against discussing their case with others or researching defenses online, as these actions could produce evidence against them. For military drug crime defense by experienced attorneys, call (719) 247-3111 for a free consultation.
Mark W. Coleman Law, located in Fresno, CA, provides compassionate yet aggressive criminal defense for clients facing drug offenses throughout the Central Valley. Attorney Mark Coleman brings specialized knowledge of California’s drug laws to defend against charges including drug conspiracy, distribution, manufacturing, trafficking, possession of paraphernalia, drug possession, and prescription fraud. The firm emphasizes that California drug crimes typically classify as misdemeanors or felonies depending on substance type, quantity, and criminal history, with penalties ranging from brief jail terms to substantial prison sentences. Beyond immediate criminal penalties, Coleman educates clients about collateral consequences including employment difficulties, professional licensing issues, housing problems, and education financial aid restrictions. While California has legalized recreational marijuana, the firm notes it remains federally illegal and can still result in criminal charges under certain circumstances. With a deep understanding of both state and federal drug laws, attorney Coleman develops tailored defense strategies for each client’s situation, examining evidence thoroughly and exploring all possible defenses to achieve optimal case outcomes. Contact their office at (559) 552-8800 for a consultation.
From their office at 1166 E Warner Road, Suite 101, Gilbert, AZ 85296, Criminal Lawyers of Gilbert offers comprehensive defense against Arizona’s notoriously tough drug laws. Their experienced drug crime attorneys navigate the complex sentencing structure where drug charges can be prosecuted as either misdemeanors or felonies depending on substance type, quantity, prior criminal record, and other factors like gang involvement or weapon possession. The firm defends clients against charges involving dangerous drugs (ecstasy, LSD, methamphetamines), narcotic drugs (heroin, cocaine, morphine), and marijuana-related offenses. They handle all aspects of drug crime defense including possession, possession with intent to distribute, manufacturing, and transportation. Their attorneys understand that Arizona drug crimes carry significant penalties including minimum mandatory prison sentences, heavy fines, probation, court-mandated treatment, and license suspensions. Beyond legal consequences, they recognize the collateral damage to employment, housing, custody arrangements, and personal relationships. The firm develops customized defense strategies examining potential lack of knowledge, insufficient evidence, valid prescriptions, and Fourth Amendment violations. Contact them at 480-605-0510 for a consultation.
