Drug Possession Attorney in Riverside

Possession for Sale or Distribution (Possession with Intent)

Possession with intent, also referred to as possession for sale or distribution, is a type of drug crime that involves having a controlled substance or narcotic in one's possession with the intent or for the purpose of selling or distributing this substance. Possession with intent is a more serious criminal charge than simple possession and will likely be charged as a felony in California.

Acting immediately and involving an experienced Riverside drug crime attorney is one of the most important things you can do if you have been accused of possession for sale or distribution. An experienced lawyer can challenge all aspects of the prosecution's case against you. The District Attorney will have the burden of proving, beyond all doubt, that the following is true:

• You had an illegal drug in your possession or on your property, purchased the drug or knew of the drug's presence and knew that it was a controlled substance;
• That the amount of drug was enough to use or sell; and
• That you possessed or purchased the drug with the intent to sell or distribute it.

The key factor in a case of this kind will be the prosecution's need to prove that you had the "intent" to sell or distribute the drug. The prosecuting attorney will often attempt to prove this with circumstantial evidence, such as measuring scales, baggies or an alleged client list. Your defense lawyer's job will be to challenge this evidence and work toward a positive case result.

Riverside Drug Charges Lawyer for Possession with Intent Charges

At the Law Offices of Gregory H. Comings, we represent clients throughout Riverside and the surrounding areas who have been arrested for possession with intent or related drug offenses. Our goal is to provide each client with the one-on-one attention they need to properly address their case as we build a tailor-made, aggressive criminal defense strategy on their behalf.

For a confidential review of your case, contact a Riverside Possession with Intent Lawyer at our law offices today.