Recreational drug use is not uncommon among young people. Especially in college, people often experiment with recreational drugs and alcohol. And, sometimes these people are caught. This does not make them bad people, but it can create a world of legal troubles and financial disaster.
Even when just used occasionally, party drugs, marijuana and prescription drugs can be illegal. If police catch young people, college students or high school students using these drugs, they may be subject to criminal penalties. These penalties can put them behind bars, lead to large fines and to probation. But, they can also make it more difficult for people to apply for higher education, get loans, get a job or find stable housing. Therefore, a simple mistake as a young adult can affect them for years to come. Without the right help, it can change the course of a person's life.
Our firm often works with people in these situations. We can help protect young people's rights when they are facing drug charges. We understand the legal system in a way that these individuals often don't. We can make sure that any evidence gathered in the case was found legally. If there are issues with the way evidence was gathered, we can aggressively try to get the evidence barred from court.
In many situations, it may be best to negotiate with prosecutors. Our attorneys have experience working with local prosecutors to reduce potential penalties. By agreeing to a plea deal, students can often quickly resolve the case minimum penalties. In these situations, people may have a little more control over the outcome of the case.
Young people should not try to tackle drug charges on their own -- even for small amounts. The potential effects are just too great. Instead, our attorneys can provide much needed guidance. For more information on how we can help people avoid life-long penalties for drug possession, please see our Drug Crime Defense page.
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