Very stiff penalties are imposed for cases of drug possession and distribution, including narcotics, cocaine, marijuana and prescription drugs. In some cases, particularly in the federal courts, incarceration can be mandatory.
Our drug crime lawyers have a wealth of experience handling drug cases in both the state and federal courts. Drug possession attorneys can also assist accused clients in navigating through a multitude of court diversion programs that can be invoked in appropriate cases, including programs for people with drug addiction or dependency issues. Our drug possession attorneys will look for treatment options, as opposed to incarceration, and in many cases, can secure a complete dismissal of all charges, including felonies, under appropriate circumstances.
Recent changes in the law can, in some cases, make it easier for the State to convict an accused and suspend one’s operator’s license in drug possession cases. Halloran Sage drug crimes defense attorneys have an understanding of the practices and policies of local Connecticut and Massachusetts criminal courts, which is crucial to obtaining a fair result in drug and narcotics possession and distribution cases.
Drug convictions carry a particular stigma that experienced criminal defense attorneys can avert.