Frequently Asked Questions

Drug Crimes Lawyer in Phoenix

Facing drug crime charges can be a devastating experience that leaves you with many questions about your rights and your future. To obtain more information, we recommend you contact a Phoenix drug crimes attorney to get more information. For a few common questions, please see below.

What constitutes a drug crime?

A drug crime can be charged when a person is involved with controlled substances that are deemed to be illegal and unlawfully possesses sells, distributes, manufactures, cultivates or traffics in or transports these substances.

Why do I need an attorney?

When a person is arrested by a police officer for a drug crime, they likely have some type of evidence against you in order to pursue an arrest and conviction. Without the benefit of legal counsel, the likelihood of your being convicted is almost guaranteed. Your freedom is at stake for most drug offenses, as jail time is often part of the sentencing. With one of our experienced attorneys from the Law Office of Cates, Hanson, Sargeant & Schoenau, PLC, you stand a chance to get your charges reduced or possibly even dismissed.

What are the penalties for a drug crime?

Each case is different, as the type of offense, the type of drug and its intended use all factor into the charges that will be brought against you. For a first time offender with a minor possession charge, you may be able to get a light sentence of probation and court ordered drug counseling, but for repeat offenders or those caught with larger amounts of drugs, jail time, fines, possible property seizure and drug counseling can be expected if convicted.

If I have prior drug crime convictions, will my sentencing be worse?

The likelihood of your sentencing being harsher for a repeat offense is probable. Colorado laws are unforgiving in this regard and you may face stiffer fines and jail sentence. Our legal team will work hard to challenge any evidence brought against you to possibly get your charges reduced or dismissed.

Contact a Phoenix Drug Crime Lawyer to find out the answers to your drug offense questions today.