Los Angeles Drug Defense Attorney

Although the state has reduced penalties for many types of drug offenses, this does not mean that you are not in serious trouble in other types of drug crimes, in which the penalties are some of the most severe in the country. Cases that include certain types or amounts of controlled substances can lead to years spent in state prison if you are convicted. A Los Angeles drug crime lawyer from Martinian & Associates has a well-earned reputation as one of the top defense law firms in the L.A. area. This respected defense team takes on cases determined to fight for the best possible advantage for our accused clients in all types of drug offenses, from a minor possession charge through to the most serious of felony accusations such as importation, cultivation, manufacturing and trafficking cases.

Have you been accused of a drug offense?

Our legal team takes on all types of drug crime cases, and all drug offenses, including but not limited to possession with intent to distribute, drug sales, drug distribution,federal drug crimes, violations of marijuana laws, including those involving medical marijuana, drug manufacturing, cultivation, as well as prescription fraud, drug importation, and cases involving prescription drugs. When accused of a drug crime, you are advised to remain completely silent until our attorney arrives to protect your rights. Even if your case is one of mistaken identity and you are completely innocent, it is critical that you get legal counsel to protect you from the moment of your arrest. Trying to talk to law enforcement or investigators only leads to further problems and more questions, all of which are geared to get statements from you to assist in your conviction.

Drug Possession
One of the most prevalent types of drug-related crimes relates to possession. This can be simple possession of marijuana or it can relate to something more severe such as possession of heroin in an amount that leads law enforcement to believe that you have the intention to sell. Regardless, however, of the amount you are found to be in possession of, one thing that remains the same is the need for aggressive and high-quality defense. From misdemeanor to felony, our firm has proven themselves as true advocates for the rights of the accused. We know what at stake when risking the possibility of conviction – you can therefore trust that we will be by your side every step of the way as we work to help you build a case that will help you to protect your legal rights. Would you like to know more about these charges and how we can help? Click here to read more about drug possession.

Drug Crimes Lawyer Serving Los Angeles, CA

Those who are accused of drug crimes in which dealing is involved are in serious legal trouble. How the case is addressed from the outset can have a real impact on the outcome both before trial and at trial. Our legal team carefully reviews every aspect of the evidence, as we have often discovered serious violations of rights that can be used in defending the case. This could include violations of probable cause in search and seizure; lab errors; arrest errors; mistakes in the chain of custody or any other matter that can be brought to the attention of the court and the jury in defending your case.

It is recognized that the quality of your defense lawyer is a crucial matter in criminal cases. You want to ensure that you have an aggressive defense attorney that will take every possible action they can to fight for your freedom. Our firm includes two high-profile defense co-counsels that work with us in cases of felony drug charges, allowing our clients the highest quality defense of their cases.

Although the prosecutor has the mission to seek your conviction, as is their duty, they also have the burden of proof in any case. When reasonable doubt is present, the jury cannot convict. How the process of defending a case is established is the art of defense, and we have it in spades. We are prepared to evaluate your situation and advise you of what we can do for you. It is strongly advised that you contact our firm at once if you have been arrested, or if you are under investigation for a drug related crime. We will immediately take action, and the earlier we get involved, the more opportunities we have to defend you successfully.

Contact a Los Angeles drug crime defense lawyer from our firm if you have been arrested for any drug crime.