POSSESSION
Charged
with Possession - NJ Criminal Attorney
Charged
with Possession of Controlled Dangerous Substance
We have represented numerous clients
charged with possession of marijuana, cocaine possession, felony drug charges,
and drug trafficking which resulted in either dismissals or probation. You want the SIMON LAW GROUP to represent
you!
We offer flat fees! Call today for your free consultation 800-709-1131
We have helped other clients:
§ Charged
with Heroin possession
§ Client
charged with Possession (marijuana possession), charges able to be dismissed
§ Client
charged with Felony drug charges for distribution, he was looking at state
prison for drug trafficking, reduced to probation
§ Cocaine
possession charges, client was found not guilty
§ Methamphetamine
charges reduced to probation
Persons found guilty in New Jersey of
possession of a controlled dangerous substance, distribution of a controlled
dangerous substance, possession of a controlled dangerous substance with intent
to distribute, growing marijuana, or possession of drug paraphernalia are
subject to an array of consequences.
A conviction typically comes with a
suspension of driving privileges.
A conviction always comes with monetary
fines.
A conviction can come with a prison or
jail term that can range up to a life sentence.
If the police have arrested you for a
possession offense, The SIMON LAW GROUP is here to help. While our primary objection is to avoid
conviction, we realize this is not always possible. In instances where a possession conviction is
unavoidable, we will work tirelessly with the prosecutor so that you receive
the lightest possible sentence under the law.
Whether you are a first time possession offender eligible for a
diversion program or a repeat offender facing imprisonment and no matter which drug
you were arrested for possessing, we has the expertise and the resources to
provide you with the best possible defense.
Mr.
Simon and his team have experience in representing both adults and juveniles
charged with possession offenses allows you to rest assured while he plans your
defense, negotiates with prosecutors, and ultimately secures a favorable
outcome. Whether your case is in
federal, superior, or municipal court, Mr. Simon is ready to put his
considerable legal experience to work for you.
When it comes to possession fines can
come in two varieties: mandatory and discretionary. Mandatory fines range from a minimum of
$500.00 and can go as high as $4,000.00.
Additionally, the discretionary fines can be as much $300,000.00. In determining the suspension term, fines,
and jail or prison term, a judge will consider many factors. These include your past record, the type of
drug you were arrested with, and the amount of the drug involved. You should know that for just a single
marijuana joint or a few marijuana seeds, the jail sentence from a municipal
court in New Jersey could be as much as six months.
First-time possession offenders in New
Jersey are often eligible for Pretrial Intervention (PTI) or a conditional
discharge. Conditional discharge and PTI
are both "diversion" programs.
Diversion programs are available in all New Jersey state criminal courts. Federal courts also have a diversion program
similar to conditional discharge and PTI.
Admission to diversion programs require you to be placed on probation. While on probation, you will be subject to
random drug screens, fines, fees and other costs. Typically, there is no trial, guilty plea,
and, crucially, no criminal record.
Additionally, you are typically able to retain your New Jersey driving
privileges. After the successful
completion of the program, the charges are dismissed. After a short period, our firm can then have
the record of your arrest expunged.
Eligibility for participation in a
diversion program depends on many factors.
If you have a previous possession conviction, disorderly persons or
petty disorderly person conviction, you are ineligible. Further, if you were arrested for a large
quantity of drugs, or the arrest occurred within a certain distance of a school
or public housing project, you are ineligible.
Finally, while diversion programs are not available in juvenile court,
other programs that result in no conviction are available.
If you do not want to enter a diversion
program or are ineligible, you and our attorneys will determine whether you
should enter a guilty plea or go to trial.
We will work with you in making this decision by examining whether the
officer had probable cause to search you, whether the Judge properly issued and
officers properly executed the warrant, and whether the police properly
maintained the chain of custody. Based
on our considerable experience, we will advise you of how likely you are to
succeed at trial. The decision to accept a plea or go to trial ultimately rests
with you.
We are conveniently located with offices
in Somerville, Flemington, Morristown, Woodbridge, Freehold, Jersey City and
Readington Township. We practice
throughout New Jersey and are available to discuss your case with you
today.
Call for your free consultation,
1-800-709-1131 or www.simonattorneys.com
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