The Law Office of James Novak, located at 4500 S Lakeshore Dr #352 in Tempe, AZ, provides aggressive defense against dangerous drug sales and intent to sell charges. Attorney Novak explains that possession for sale carries more severe punishments than personal use, with penalties determined by factors including quantity, surveillance evidence, witness statements, and prior conviction history. For conviction, prosecutors must prove three elements: knowing possession of a dangerous drug, verification the substance was a dangerous drug, and possession for sales purposes. The consequences for selling dangerous drugs in Arizona include prison terms up to 12.5 years or more for those with prior felony convictions, substantial fines, jail time, lengthy probation, and court-mandated counseling. An experienced attorney can challenge possession for sale charges by examining illegal searches, questioning evidence sufficiency, addressing misidentification issues, and arguing entrapment. As a former prosecutor for drug charges in Arizona, Attorney Novak brings valuable insight to dangerous drug sales defense cases. Call (480) 413-1499 for a free consultation.
James E. Novak operates The Law Office of James Novak from 4500 S Lakeshore Dr #352, Tempe, AZ 85282, providing specialized defense for drug violations within school zones. As a former prosecutor, Novak brings valuable insights to drug crime cases, understanding how Arizona prosecutors aggressively pursue convictions for offenses that might expose children to illicit substances. Under Arizona Revised Statutes 13-3411, any drug crime committed within 300 feet of a school or school grounds faces enhanced penalties. The law applies to private, public, and common schools from kindergarten through high school, with drug-free zones marked by permanently fixed signs at school entrances. If convicted, defendants face an additional year added to the ordinary sentence for the underlying drug charge. For example, a class 2 felony possession with intent to sell normally carrying a 5-year presumptive sentence would increase to at least 6 years when committed in a protected school zone. Fines of at least $2,000 or three times the drug value also apply, without judicial discretion to suspend them. For experienced school zone drug violation defense, call (480) 413-1499.
Truslow & Truslow criminal defense attorneys bring over fifty years of combined legal experience to drug crime cases from their Columbia, SC office. With over 2,000 cases handled and a 99% client satisfaction rating, the firm’s drug crimes attorneys understand the severe consequences these charges carry. They represent clients facing all categories of South Carolina drug offenses, from simple possession to manufacturing and trafficking. The firm expertly navigates the state’s five controlled substance schedules, providing defense against charges involving marijuana, cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, ecstasy, LSD, and ephedrine. Their attorneys develop tailored defense strategies including challenging search legality, contesting test results, questioning expert credentials, and presenting mitigating circumstances to avoid harsh penalties. Penalties vary significantly by substance and amount, ranging from 30 days for minor marijuana possession to life imprisonment for serious trafficking offenses. When facing drug charges, immediate legal representation is critical as state and federal agencies aggressively pursue convictions. Call 803.256.6276 for a consultation with their empathetic legal team.
King Law operates throughout North Carolina and South Carolina, providing skilled drug crime defense from multiple office locations. In North Carolina, drug crime penalties vary based on the type and amount of drugs involved in the arrest, ranging from misdemeanor charges for possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia to felony charges for possession of hard drugs, possession with intent to sell and deliver, and trafficking in illicit drugs. Despite the severity of charges, drug crime convictions can be detrimental to your future, impacting civil liberties and resulting in costly fines. The firm’s collaborative team of skilled lawyers will thoroughly examine your case for strengths and weaknesses, challenge evidence against you, and fight to get charges diminished or dismissed. They handle all types of drug cases including marijuana, cocaine, heroin, ecstasy, methamphetamine, and others, with potential defenses including lack of probable cause to search, reasonable doubt about possession, questions about drug authenticity and amount, reliability of witnesses, and chain of custody issues. Schedule a consultation with King Law’s experienced attorneys by calling 888-748-5464 to protect your rights and freedom.
Operating from Oklahoma City, the Law Firm of Adam R. Banner, P.C., reached at (405) 778-4800, specializes in drug crimes defense amid Oklahoma’s strict drug laws. Though less draconian than in the past, punishments remain severe, with law enforcement potentially complicating simple possession cases. The firm handles various drug charges including simple possession, possession with intent to distribute, drug paraphernalia, possession of drug proceeds, larceny of controlled dangerous substances, and obtaining CDS by fraud. Each offense carries distinct penalties – simple possession is generally a misdemeanor for first-time offenders but becomes a felony with aggravating circumstances like repeat offenses, Schedule I or II substances, large quantities, proximity to schools, or firearm presence. Possession with intent to distribute carries prison terms based on substance schedule and criminal history, with Schedule I and II drugs (except marijuana) bringing up to seven years for first offenses and up to twenty years for third offenses. The firm emphasizes early legal intervention, noting that marijuana remains problematic despite societal acceptance, as prosecutors actively seek felony charges when possible.
Colorado Lawyer Team, with offices at 7375 East Orchard Road Suite 600, Greenwood Village, CO 80111 and other locations, provides dedicated drug defense services in Greeley. Their attorneys emphasize that drug convictions can severely impact futures through permanent criminal records that hinder employment, higher education, and housing opportunities. The firm defends clients facing charges under Colorado’s adopted Federal Controlled Substances Act classification system which categorizes drugs into five schedules based on misuse risk, public danger, and medical uses. They handle both misdemeanor and felony drug offenses, noting that even level four drug felonies (the least severe) can result in up to one year in jail and $100,000 fines. The attorneys also defend against marijuana-related charges, which remain strictly regulated despite legalization—possession of two to six ounces can result in misdemeanor charges with up to one year in jail, while over 12 ounces brings felony charges. For early intervention and exploration of all resolution options, contact their skilled Greeley drug lawyer at (970) 670-0738 for a defense tailored to achieve the best possible outcome.
The Balmer Law Office, led by David Balmer from 12800 Whitewater Dr, Suite 130, Minnetonka, MN 55343, provides comprehensive defense against Minnesota drug charges via their 24-hour hotline: 612-326-4175. Minnesota controlled substance laws are notably harsh and complex, making experienced legal representation essential when facing charges for drug possession, sale, or manufacturing. As a southwest metro-based firm, Balmer Law Office successfully defends clients throughout Minnesota against all types of drug crimes, from minor marijuana possession to serious felony-level offenses with mandatory minimum sentencing requirements. Case severity depends on substance type, quantity, intent (possession, sale, or manufacture), and prior record. The firm handles felony controlled substance crimes across all five main categories, conspiracy cases, manufacturing-related offenses, and non-felony charges like paraphernalia possession and small marijuana offenses. Beyond direct punishments, the firm emphasizes that even misdemeanor convictions carry surprising collateral consequences including driver’s license loss and federal student aid ineligibility, making skilled representation crucial for protecting clients’ futures.
Law Office of Coley J. Grostyan, PLLC at 150 S 5th St #2860 in Minneapolis, Minnesota provides specialized defense for first-degree controlled substance charges. Attorney Coley Grostyan brings experienced representation to clients facing Minnesota’s most serious drug offenses involving sales of 17+ grams of cocaine/methamphetamine, 10+ grams of heroin, 50+ grams of other narcotics, or 25+ kilograms of marijuana. The firm understands the severe penalties these charges carry—up to 30 years imprisonment and $1,000,000 fines, with mandatory minimum sentences of 86 months for aggravated cases involving larger quantities. They emphasize how prior drug convictions can increase minimum sentences to four years and maximum terms to 40 years. Beyond incarceration, attorney Grostyan highlights the collateral consequences of conviction, including substantial fines, difficulty finding employment and housing, loss of financial aid eligibility, and forfeiture of voting and firearm rights. As a dedicated drug lawyer with 24/7 accessibility, Coley Grostyan defends clients in state and federal courts across Minnesota, available at 612-747-2254 for confidential, professional representation.
H. Michael Steinberg, a Denver Colorado Criminal Defense Lawyer with over 42 years of experience exclusively practicing Colorado criminal law, provides expert representation for marijuana cultivation cases at 303-627-7777. His practice focuses on interpreting Colorado’s complex and often confusing medical marijuana laws established through Amendment 20 in 2000. Steinberg helps clients understand their rights regarding cultivation, explaining both the affirmative defense to illegal cultivation and the exception to prosecution defense. With extensive knowledge of Colorado’s 2018 changes to marijuana plant count laws through House Bills 17-1220 and 17-1221, he assists clients navigating the reduced residential growing limits from 99 plants to 12-24 plants per household. Attorney Steinberg’s criminal defense approach includes thorough analysis of police reports, challenging improper searches, and developing strategies based on medical necessity when applicable. As a former prosecutor, he brings valuable insights to drug defense cases, offering 24/7 emergency assistance (720-220-2277) for clients facing cultivation charges throughout Colorado.
Attorney John Paul Marchan at Walden Neitzke & Taylor, S.C., located at 707 W. Moreland Blvd., Suite 9 in Waukesha, WI, provides dedicated drug crime defense for clients throughout Wisconsin. Specializing in marijuana possession, cocaine, heroin, ecstasy, methamphetamine, and prescription drug charges, Marchan emphasizes the severe consequences of drug convictions, especially for students who become ineligible for federal financial aid. The firm defends against all levels of drug offenses, from possession and intent to sell to distribution, manufacturing, and trafficking. Their representation extends to juveniles and young adults from local colleges including Carroll College, UW-Waukesha, UW-Milwaukee, and technical colleges, with a focus on mitigating factors that can help reduce charges. Attorney Marchan works to minimize exposure to penalties by getting clients into treatment programs early, potentially reducing charges to ordinance violations similar to traffic tickets. Additionally, the firm represents clients in related forfeiture proceedings where houses or vehicles might be seized if allegedly used in drug operations. For a free consultation about drug charges, contact the office at 262-239-7631.
