Whether you are facing a simple possession charge or something far more serious, the North Carolina criminal justice system treats drug offenses with a level of aggression that surprises many people. The consequences of a conviction extend well beyond jail time, affecting nearly every aspect of your life, from your job and housing to your professional licenses and immigration status.
At McMinn, Fradin, Gray & Logan, our skilled criminal defense attorneys have handled thousands of cases across the city and the surrounding region. When you contact us, a Greensboro drug lawyer from our firm takes the time to listen, build a tailored strategy, and fight for your rights at each stage of your case. Reach out to our team today to schedule your case evaluation.
The state prosecutes a wide range of drug offenses, and the charge you face will depend on the substance involved, the quantity, and the circumstances of your arrest. Common drug charges our Greensboro attorneys handle include:
The state classifies controlled substances into six schedules, and the schedule of the substance involved in your case plays a significant role in determining the severity of the charge and the potential penalties you face.
Beyond scheduling, other factors influence how serious a charge becomes. The quantity of the substance can elevate a simple possession charge to a trafficking charge, which carries mandatory minimum sentences. Whether the alleged offense occurred near a school or park and whether a minor was involved can also significantly increase the penalties. A prior criminal record will factor into sentencing as well.
At McMinn, Fradin, Gray & Logan, our Greensboro attorneys approach every drug case by thoroughly examining the evidence, the circumstances of the arrest, and law enforcement conduct. Having argued cases from both sides of the courtroom (prosecution and defense), we understand how prosecutors build their cases and where we can challenge those cases. Here are some of the factors we examine.
If law enforcement violated your Fourth Amendment rights during a stop, search, or arrest, the evidence obtained may be suppressible. Removing key evidence from a case can dramatically change its outcome.
Simply being near drugs does not automatically make you guilty of possession. We examine whether the prosecution can truly establish that you had knowledge of and control over the substance in question.
Drug evidence must be properly handled, stored, and tested. We scrutinize the chain of custody and the reliability of laboratory results for errors that could undermine the prosecution’s case.
When dismissal or a not guilty verdict may not be achievable, our attorneys pursue every available alternative. Guilford County offers drug treatment court and deferred prosecution options that, for qualifying individuals, can result in reduced charges or even dismissal upon successful completion of a program. For first-time offenders, rehabilitation-focused outcomes are sometimes attainable. We keep you informed throughout the process so that you can make confident, clear-headed decisions about your case.
Drug charges carry consequences that can follow you for years, but a charge is not a conviction. McMinn, Fradin, Gray & Logan has built a record of fighting hard for clients throughout Greensboro and Winston-Salem, and we bring that same commitment to every case we take.
We believe every person deserves a real defense with help from a skilled Greensboro drug lawyer. You can contact our office today to schedule a free consultation about your charges and legal options.
