According to the FBI, 1,531,251 arrests were made for drug-related charges in 2011. In 2012, the police made a marijuana specific arrest every 42 seconds. This is a staggering number and should give anyone pause. The likelihood of a recreational drug user being arrested is extremely high. Over seventy percent of these arrests were of males. In other words if you are a male recreational drug user, you need to have a plan in place in case you are ever arrested.
In many parts of the country the chances of being arrested for drug crimes are higher than others. The local police will often take leeway in breaking search and seizure laws which can lead to an unlawful arrest. For example, if the police pull you over and ask to search your car, you have the right to say no. If they illegally search you without a warrant, the drugs they find may be inadmissible so long as you have a criminal defense attorney that understands how to mount this type of defense.
As a criminal defense attorney, we help people fight drug charges and avoid a conviction that could lead to jail time. We represent all types of clients so if you were arrested for possession or selling drugs, we can help. The key is to invoke your right to stay silent and to call an attorney right away. This way the police cannot question you and use your words against you at a later date in a nearby courtroom.
Recreational drug use may not seem like a big deal, but it has big consequences. Going to jail is no laughing matter, and it can happen to virtually anyone. Don’t take a risk by trying to represent yourself when a good lawyer can help you keep your freedom. A simple mistake in how you present your case or submitting paperwork or evidence late can create problems for the rest of your life. The Law Offices of Martina A. Vigil is experienced in fighting drug cases and avoiding these common mistakes.
By hiring Martina Vigil as your criminal defense attorney, you are guaranteed to have an advocate that will fight for your rights and create a strong defense in your favor. Our job is to create enough reasonable doubt that a jury will not want to convict you or will at minimum reduce the charges against you. Through working together we can help you stay out of jail and prevent a drug conviction from entering your permanent record.
