It's reasonable that you're scared if you've been charged with drug possession in California. You want to know what to anticipate, whether this is your first or hundredth charge, and you want a relentless champion on your side. That lawyer is Michael L. Fell of the Law Office of Michael L. Fell. It's time to call us at (949) 585-9055 if you're ready to stop fretting and take control of your situation.

The majority of drug possession offenses are classified as misdemeanors

A drug possession accusation is usually often charged as a misdemeanor. However, there are several circumstances in which it may be prosecuted as a crime. It all depends on the amount of narcotics a person was allegedly in possession of at the time of their arrest, according to the police. Regardless of whether the charge is a misdemeanor or a felony, jail or prison time is a distinct possibility if the prosecution succeeds in obtaining a conviction.

There is wonderful news to report

We understand that this is a frightening scenario, but there is some good news: you have defense alternatives. The best method to figure out what defense strategy will work best for your case is to contact with a criminal defense attorney who can examine the details of your case and provide precise recommendations. To make this happen, please call Law Office of Michael L. Fell at (949) 585-9055 right away.

One typical defense to a drug possession allegation is to demonstrate that the supposedly prohibited substances were collected unlawfully. If they were taken illegally, we will very certainly file a move to suppress the evidence. If we succeed, and you've only been charged with drug possession or other offences linked to the unlawfully acquired evidence, the case will very certainly be dismissed.

Other possibilities for defense

Other defensive solutions may be available depending on your situation. Consider the following scenario: five persons are seated around a table. How can a police officer tell who the drugs belong to if he or she enters the room and discovers narcotics on the table? What if a person is arrested for illicit drug possession, but when the material is tested, it turns out to be something completely different? As previously stated, we will assess the facts and evidence against you before proceeding.

It's possible that a plea bargain is in your best interests

If there is a lot of evidence against you, working with an attorney who can effectively negotiate a favorable plea deal for you may be the best option. We may be able to have a felony charge reduced to a minor charge, for example. We might be able to persuade the judge to accept drug court as an alternative to a criminal charge. Whatever the scenario, you can depend on the Law Office of Michael L. Fell to fight for your rights with zeal. To get started, give us a call at (949) 585-9055.