How Can a Ruane Drug Possession Attorney Help Me?

Even if you get caught possessing a quantity of drugs, the police could have searched you illegally. Or, they could test the drugs improperly. Or, the prosecution might not prove that you possessed them according to the law beyond all reasonable doubt. Unless you have specialized training in researching the law and advocating a position, you should hire an attorney. Remember that the state will have a trained prosecutor working against you. So, it is wise to have the best defense you can find working on your side.

What Happens If I Don’t Have an Illegal Search or Arrest?

That is truly where the negotiating skills and the reputation of the attorney come directly into play. The majority of cases do not go to trial. Instead, the reputation of your lawyer and their ability to fight the tough cases comes directly into consideration by the prosecution. This happens when negotiating the resolution. If the prosecutor knows that in the end, your lawyer will plead you guilty and not go to trial, they have no incentive to resolve the case in your favor. By hiring a Ruane Attorney, you know that prosecutors respect our knowledge and skill. Also, you will receive the best possible pretrial resolution. And if that isn’t enough, we will be prepared to go the distance.

What Happens If I Just Plead Guilty?

Depending on the circumstances of your case, most prosecutor’s offices will allow you to plead guilty. If this happens, you will be put on probation if this is your first offense. That leads to you having a permanent criminal record for the rest of your life. This conviction can prevent you from being eligible for federal student loans for you or your children, certain professional licenses, federal, state, and city jobs and most private employers, as well as many other collateral consequences. You can even lose your driver’s license for a drug conviction! The stakes are simply too high to risk this without consulting with an attorney.

How Do I Know If I Am Charged With a Felony or Misdemeanor?

In Connecticut, the only drug offense that is a misdemeanor is the possession of less than four ounces of marijuana or a controlled substance. Besides those, every other drug possession offense is a felony drug offense. This means that if you are convicted of the possession of cocaine possession, you will have a felony conviction on your criminal record forever. Usually felony convictions need to be disclosed on job applications.

I Know I Need a Lawyer, Where Do I Go From Here?

Contact us via the contact form or call 203-925-9200. A specially trained drug possession intake assistant will take preliminary information for us to begin to assess your defenses. Building your defense begins even before your first court date. The sooner we can meet with you, either in person in one of our four offices throughout the state or via the telephone, the sooner we can begin to protect your rights and do what we can do to avoid a criminal conviction.

What Will This Cost Me?

Cost is a relative concept. The incremental cost of having a permanent criminal conviction for drugs could add up to hundreds of thousands in your lifetime. Ruane Attorneys charges a flat fee, which means that when you consult with us, we will tell you exactly what your case will cost. Our representation includes all court dates until we negotiate for you a disposition. Our fees start at $1,500 for misdemeanor drug possession charges and $2,500 for felony drug possession charges. By charging a flat fee, you know that you will never have to take a case resolution simply because you cannot afford to continue to pay a lawyer per court appearance. We never charge for a consultation, so you can get the benefit of an informed decision before you decide you need a drug possession attorney.