A conviction on drug charges can affect you for the rest of your life. Employers routinely conduct background checks on prospective employees, and anyone convicted of a drug crime will be placed at a severe disadvantage, especially in today’s economy. To make matters worse, drug possession cases are typically felonies since Colorado has incredibly severe and strict laws–even small amounts of certain drugs such as meth and cocaine can bring a felony charge.
Most drug arrests are “search and seizure” cases. In other words, police stop someone on the street or in a vehicle and find drugs in their possession. In these cases, it’s important to have a lawyer who understands U.S. constitutional law and Colorado law about what police can and can’t do. If the police did not have a legal reason to stop you or probable cause to search you or your vehicle, then the drug evidence may be suppressed. Without evidence, the drug charge may be dismissed for lack of sufficient evidence.
I am criminal defense attorney Andres Guevara. If you have been charged with possession or distribution of marijuana, cocaine, meth or any other illegal drug in the Denver area, I offer a free initial consultation to discuss your case. Call me at (720) 379-8262 to discuss your case.
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