Controlled Substance Lawyer in West Linn & Portland Metro

Defending Drug Possession Charges in Oregon

Controlled substances are any drug or chemical that is controlled by the government. This includes the misuse of prescription drugs. It is unlawful to possess, manufacture or distribute controlled substances.

What Is Shared Possession Of A Controlled Substance?

This charge commonly occurs when cops find drugs or evidence of drug activity in the home you share with others. The charge is frequenting or endangering the welfare of a minor. Being charged for someone else’s controlled substance violation is hard to believe, but it happens, and the prosecution will do everything it can to prove that you knew about the controlled substance(s).

If you’re charged with frequenting or endangering the welfare of a minor, you should consult a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible. It’s important to act quickly to defend yourself.

What Happens If I’m Charged With Possession Of A Controlled Substance?

If you’ve been arrested or charged with possession of a controlled substance, you should consult a lawyer immediately. Possession charges vary in severity and scope.

They commonly stem from traffic stops or search warrants. These searches are not always legal or constitutional. You need to hire an experienced drug lawyer – one who will check all the angles, loopholes and circumstances of your case. A strong defense is the only way to defeat criminal possession charges.

Possession With Intent To Sell

If your charges have been upgraded to possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell, your legal case just got a lot more complicated. There are much stiffer penalties for this charge, and it may also lead to an even bigger charge: sale of a controlled substance. With each subsequent charge added to your legal case, the ramifications for your future and potential sentence become greater and greater.

Controlled Substance Charges And Penalties For Possession

The penalties for possession of a controlled substance can vary substantially. Depending on your actual charges, circumstances such as whether this is a first offense, the type of drug, the amount of the drug, whether you had a gun and others will be taken into consideration – good or bad – when the court determines your sentence. This could include:

• Fines
• Jail or prison time
• Probation
• Diversion Programs
• Rehabilitation Programs

Hire An Experienced Controlled Substance Lawyer in West Linn, Portland, and Throughout Oregon

It is a difficult and stressful time when you or a loved one has pending drug charges. Attempting to understand what the charges are, what the punishment could be and what type of defenses are possible can drive anyone crazy. An experienced controlled substance attorney will provide you with the proper legal analysis and strategy that you need to fight your drug charges as well as give you the peace of mind that comes with knowing that you have an attorney who knows the Oregon drug laws fighting for you.

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Located in West Linn, Robert L. Sepp, Attorney at Law is proud to represent clients in the Portland metro area, Willamette Valley, Oregon Coast, Bend, Medford, Eugene and throughout the entire state of Oregon.