Drug Crimes Drug Charges - Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney

Recent years have seen a heightened attention to – and an increase in – the prosecution and penalties for drug offenses. In light of California’s three strike law, for example, mere possession of a controlled substance can carry the possibility of a sentence of 25 years to life. Even absent any concern over three strike implications, individuals charged with possession of heroin, methamphetamines, cocaine, marijuana, ecstasy or any drug that has not been prescribed to you by a doctor is against the law. If you are arrested or charged with any drug offense in California you can face severe consequences. DARYL ANTHONY has the knowledge and experience to successfully defend your case.

One of the first things the defendant can contest is whether there was probable cause to make an arrest in the first place, and whether specific procedures were followed in making the stop or arrest. Effective legal representation is also important because most people are not aware that, in addition to any sentence imposed by the Court, the DMV can suspend your driver’s license if you are convicted of possession of drugs.

The decision on whether a drug offense is charged as a felony or a misdemeanor depends on the type of drug charge, the amount found in the defendant’s drug possession and the defendant’s record.

DARYL ANTHONY, Orange County Criminal Defense Attorney, has extensive experience and has handled, literally, thousands of criminal drug cases alleging possession and/or distribution of illegal drugs, narcotics and controlled substances.