Understanding the Penalties for Drug Crimes in Riverside
Drugs Crimes Attorney in Riverside
At the Law Offices of Gregory H. Comings, our goal is to clear you of the drug charges you currently face whenever that is possible. We work hard to challenge the evidence against you and the actions taken by law enforcement in your case. Sometimes drug test results can be inaccurate. Illegal searches and seizures can lead to evidence being improperly taken and used against you. If the prosecution has weak points in their cases, we try diligently to search those out and exploit them to your advantage.
If you are convicted of a drug crime the consequences can be stiff fines, harsh jail or prison sentences, loss of driving privileges, participation in a drug diversion program, and probation. Drug crimes can be charged as either a misdemeanor or felony, with your charges depending on a variety of factors. The penalties will also vary if you are charged with a federal, as opposed to a state, drug offense. To understand the penalties involved and for an effective defense, it is vital to retain a skilled
Riverside drug crime lawyer to work on your behalf.
Don't Leave Your Future Up To Chance
The penalties in a drug crime case depend on the type and amount of drug, prior convictions, if there were minors involved, and the other circumstances of the case. In our state, for example, simple possession of marijuana is a misdemeanor with minor punishments. No matter what the amount, possession of marijuana in a federal case results in a minimum fine of $1,000 and up to one year in jail, for a first conviction. Under federal law, sale of less than 50 kilograms of marijuana is a felony and can be punished by $250,000 in fines and 5 years in prison.
It is fairly certain that if you are convicted of a drug crime, the consequences are going to be severe and greatly affect your life. Don't leave your future up to chance when the right lawyer can work to obtain the best possible result in your case.
Contact a drug crime attorney in Riverside
to understand the penalties for conviction on drug charges.