Tallahassee Drug Crime Attorney

Have you been arrested and charged with a drug crime in the greater Tallahassee area? Drug crimes are among the most common criminal charges processed through the criminal justice system today. Whether you are facing a charge of simple possession of marijuana or a serious drug trafficking offense involving controlled substances such as cocaine, heroin, or methamphetamines, having a skilled and experienced Tallahassee drug crime attorney handling your case as early as possible is crucial to your freedom and future. Our firm has fifteen years of experience in criminal defense and we have defended thousands of cases. Don't proceed in any drug case without our dedicated professional help.

Practice Areas for Drug Offenses

Below you will find various types of drug offenses and criminal procedure for which the attorneys at Jansen and Davis can provide aggressive legal counsel. Click on the particular topic if you would like to obtain additional information.

Drug Cultivation
If you are found planting, growing, cultivating, or harvesting marijuana, even for your own personal use, you can be charged with a felony in Florida. You will want experienced and skilled legal representation to fight the charges and avoid harsh penalties. A Tallahassee drug crime lawyer at the firm will know how to defend you. For more information, please see drug cultivation.

Drug Distribution
Selling or distributing illegal drugs of any kind is a criminal offense in Florida, for which you will face harsh penalties. The distribution of drug paraphernalia, such as pipes, bongs, syringes, and other material is also a crime. Law enforcement and prosecutors take distribution charges very seriously and will use all of their resources to convict you. Further information can be found here: drug distribution.

Drug Manufacturing
Drug manufacturing involves producing illegal chemical substances through chemical processes. This crime generally involves the production of methamphetamines. You can be charged with a drug crime for also possessing the precursor chemicals involved in manufacturing these drugs. Because of the seriousness of this crime, it is imperative that you have an experienced Tallahassee drug crime attorney handling your case. Read more about drug manufacturing.

Drug Possession
Don't be misled into thinking that drug possession of a controlled substance or unauthorized prescription is a minor offense. A drug conviction can have a major impact on your future, affecting your career and education opportunities. In any criminal drug offense, it is to your advantage to have professional legal support and help. Click here to read more about drug possession.

Drug Trafficking
Drug trafficking involves the sale, distribution, transportation, importation, cultivation, and manufacturing of large quantities of illegal substances. This is the most serious drug crime you can be charged with and merits the professional legal defense work of an accomplished attorney such as a Tallahassee drug crime lawyer at our firm. Read more about drug trafficking.

Medical Marijuana
Many individuals who suffer from chronic and serious medical conditions have turned to medical marijuana to relieve the pain and suffering they face on a daily basis. Being charged with a crime while already under the duress of a devastating illness adds further stress to an untenable situation. Discuss your case with an experienced attorney to find out how we can help. Please click here to read more about medical marijuana.

Prescription Fraud
Prescription fraud involves illegally procuring prescription medications for personal use or for profit. Prescription fraud can be committed by falsifying prescriptions, impersonating doctors and nurses, through doctor shopping, and other methods of deceit and misrepresentation. A conviction of this crime can land you in prison, along with hefty fines, probation, and more. Click here to read more about prescription fraud.

Search and Seizure
Search and seizure is an important defense consideration which needs to be reviewed by your Tallahassee drug crime attorney in any drug crime case. Evidence obtained in violation of search and seizure laws will not be admissible in court. It is important to have this issue investigated as early as possible following a drug charge. Read more about search and seizure here.

Under the Influence
Drunk driving is widely known as a criminal offense. Not everyone knows, however, that it is also a crime to drive while under the influence of drugs. Any drug that impairs your driving abilities can lead to a drug-based DUI, including prescription medications and over the counter drugs as well illegal street drugs. For more information, please click here: under the influence.

Alternative Sentencing
If you are a first-time drug offender, you may be eligible for alternative sentencing which will keep you out of jail in a drug conviction. Instead, you may be permitted to take part in a drug treatment program while under probation. Successful completion of an alternative sentencing program can result in the dismissal of charges. Read more about alternative sentencing.

Criminal Process
In any drug offense charge, you will undergo the criminal process as your case progresses through the criminal justice system. If you are facing a drug crime charge, you may want to fully understand what you are up against and what will happen at each stage of the procedure. By contacting a Tallahassee drug crime lawyer at the firm, you can be fully advised about what to expect. Click here to read more about the criminal process.

In any drug crime charge, it is vital that you retain the services of a Tallahassee drug crime attorney at our firm so that you have the benefit and advantages of experienced professional legal representation at every stage of the process. Our firm has years of effective and successful case results which can be put to use on your behalf.

Contact a Tallahassee drug crime lawyer  at our firm today to find out how we can help you in the face of any drug charge.