Drug Charges

Drug Crime Defense

Have you been charged with drug possession, possession with intent to sell, or possession with intent to distribute? If you have been charged with a drug crime in Shelby County or the surrounding areas, I can help.

Drug charges frequently involve the possession of marijuana, cocaine, crack and methamphetamines (meth). Drug charges may also involve possession of legal prescription drugs or pills. Charges involving legal prescription drugs include forged prescription and the sale or transfer of prescription drugs from a person who is not a doctor or licensed medical professional.

Illegal Search and Seizure

One issue that may arise in a drug case is the existence of a drug seizure that resulted from an illegal or unconstitutional search. The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits the government, including law enforcement, from engaging in unreasonable searches and seizures.

A long line of case law has refined the definition of what constitutes the reasonableness of a search or seizure. Experienced criminal defense attorneys are knowledgeable about case law that interprets the scope of law enforcement's authority to conduct a search and seizure.

Plea Agreements, Diversion and Trial

Throughout my experience as a criminal defense attorney, I have developed significant skill as a negotiator in criminal cases. To seek the best possible result for my clients, I am a firm negotiator who is willing to take a case to trial if the prosecution is unwilling to be fair. My willingness to take a case to trial, coupled with my thorough trial preparation, has resulted in favorable plea agreements in many cases.

In addition to seeking reduced charges or reduced penalties, I also push for alternate sentencing Drug Court and diversion when possible. Diversion is mechanism by which a person may be able to have his or her case dismissed without a criminal conviction after completing certain requirements.

Contact a Memphis Drug Crimes Defense Attorney

If you have been charged with drug possession, possession of drug paraphernalia or another drug crime, call 901-521-4301 to schedule a free consultation, or contact me online.