Frederick County Drug Lawyer

Although the public stigma surrounding certain drug use has lessened in recent years, drug laws in Virginia remain harsh and unforgiving. If you have been accused of a drug offense, your future is on the line.

It is important to seek help from a Frederick County drug lawyer like those at our firm. Our seasoned defense attorneys work with you from the beginning to understand the charges you are facing, explore all defense options and look for a resolution that protects your future.

Ready To Defend You Against Any Type Of Drug Charges

Virginia has many drug crime laws on the books. Our Frederick County drug attorneys are prepared to defend you against any charges you may be facing, including charges related to:

Drug possession (Va. Code § 18.2-250) – Allegations that you knowingly possessed a controlled substance without a prescription. This can be a misdemeanor or a felony based on the schedule of the drug and other factors.
Drug manufacturing, distribution, and sale (Va. Code § 18.2-248) – Allegations that you played a role in supplying drugs to others. The type of drug and quantity will impact penalties for conviction.
Distributing drugs to minors (Va. Code § 18.2-255) – Adults who provide certain drugs to minors at least three years younger than themselves can face a minimum of five to 10 years in prison if convicted.
Drugs in school zones and other prohibited places (Va. Code § 18.2-255.2) – It is a separate felony offense to possess with intent to distribute or manufacture drugs within 1,000 feet of schools, libraries, and certain other facilities. Conviction can result in a prison term of one to five years and steep fines.
Using fraud to obtain drugs (Va. Code § 18.2-258.1) – Attempts to obtain drugs by forging or altering a prescription, giving a false name/address, or engaging in any other acts of fraud or deceit. This offense is often classified as a Class 6 felony.

The list above is far from complete, but it demonstrates just how expansive Virginia’s criminal drug laws are. Whatever the charges you are facing, it is important to have a skilled legal professional on your side.

What Drug Crime Defense Strategies May Be Available?

Drug crimes prosecutions often rely on basic factors like the discovery and seizure (through legal means) of drugs and proof that they belonged to the person being charged. Here are the common defense strategies our Frederick County drug attorneys might employ in a given case.

The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. An officer must generally have a warrant or probable cause to conduct a search for drugs. If they had neither, the search may be considered unlawful, and the evidence discovered could be deemed unusable.

If controlled substances were found in a shared vehicle or apartment, you may argue you had no knowledge they were there. Simply being present where drugs are found does not automatically make you guilty.

Law enforcement needs to maintain a tight chain of custody from the moment drugs are seized to when they are presented in court. If there are potential problems with how the drugs were stored, labeled, tested or documented, our attorneys may be able to cast doubt on the prosecution’s evidence.

As always, the specific strategies available will depend on the facts of each case. Our team conducts a careful examination of all available information and looks for factors favorable to your defense.

Reach Out Today For A Free Case Evaluation With A Drug Crimes Lawyer in Frederick County

At Price Benowitz, we want prospective clients to understand all of their legal options, which is why we offer free case evaluations. To speak to a skilled Frederick County drug lawyer about your charges, contact our office today. You deserve to have someone fighting for you when you are charged with a drug offense.