Many people think of drug possession as a relatively minor criminal charge, but in California, a drug conviction on your criminal record can have long-term consequences. These consequences can be even harsher if you are convicted of possession with intent to sell.
At The Law Offices of Michael L. Davidson, our experienced San Jose, San Francisco, Oakland & San Mateo drug possession lawyers help clients throughout the Bay Area fight all types of drug charges. Our firm has been aggressively defending clients against criminal accusations for more than 40 years.
Carefully Investigating the Facts of Your Case
If you hire our firm to defend you against your drug possession charges, we will move quickly to investigate the facts of your case so we can advise you on your options. We will provide individual attention to your case, carefully looking into issues like the following:
- Was your car or home searched legally? Often, the evidence for a drug possession charge has been gathered during a search of the suspect's car, home or body. Searches during traffic stops for DUI are particularly common. The police need to meet certain constitutional requirements before they are allowed to conduct a search or seizure.
- Is there any evidence that the drugs were yours? If you were riding in a car with multiple people and the police found drugs in the vehicle, there may not be enough evidence to prove that the drugs were actually in your possession.
- Can the prosecutor prove intent to sell? If you have been charged with possession with intent to sell, the prosecutor has to prove that you had that intent. In some cases, this can be done solely based on the amount of drugs in your possession.
- Do you have a valid medical marijuana prescription: Under California's medical marijuana law, a doctor's prescription is a valid defense against marijuana possession charges in state court.
If you have been arrested for drug possession anywhere in the Bay Area, do not hesitate to contact an experienced San Jose, San Francisco, Oakland or San Mateo criminal defense attorney. To schedule a free consultation, call us at 866-719-9678 or 650-288-0483 or send us an e-mail.
