Philadelphia Drug Crime Attorney

Arrested for a drug crime?

Individuals facing drug charges can benefit from the professional legal services of the The Benari Law Group. Drug crimes are serious and can have harsh penalties making it important to have a strong defense both inside and outside the courtroom. Following your arrest, contact a Philadelphia criminal defense lawyer for legal guidance and assistance and before making statements to authorities that a prosecution can use against you later . We can represent you from the time of arrest, at arraignment and during all court proceedings and other necessary actions as part of the criminal proceedings. Some drug crimes are felonies and can carry a mandatory minimum sentence with the judge allowed no discretion. The punishments depend on many factors that can include the type and amount of drugs, involvement of minors, use of weapons, prior offenses and other circumstances may increase penalties if convicted of the crime.

Types of Drug Crimes

Per Pennsylvania law , you may be charged for possession, possession with intent to deliver (PWID), selling, manufacturing or drug distribution. Common illegal substances are marijuana, cocaine, heroin, ecstasy, methamphetamine, PCP, LSD, and other types of drugs and drug paraphernalia. A possession of a small amount of drugs for personal use may be a misdemeanor or lesser charge. The more severe felony crimes can result in penalties of imprisonment, large fines, mandatory periodic drug testing, community service, and counseling programs. Our experienced lawyers have defended numerous drug offense cases and our familiarity allows us to take prompt action to ensure the protection of your constitutional rights. We will review all aspects of your arrest, the evidence against you and build a solid defense on your behalf. The goal of our firm when we defend a case is the best possible outcome considering the circumstances of the incident and the severity of the crime. We can assist clients through negotiations and have helped many first offenders and juveniles .

Contact a Philadelphia drug crime attorney immediately if you have been arrested on drug-related charge.