Philadelphia Criminal Lawyer – Asset Forfeiture & Drug Crime
At these civil hearings, the burden is on the Commonwealth to establish a nexus between the asset and a violation of the controlled substances act
At these civil hearings, the burden is on the Commonwealth to establish a nexus between the asset and a violation of the controlled substances act
it is unclear the circumstances surrounding this indictment but it may involve the search of his home or alleged drugs police found in plain view.
Illegal possession of drugs is one of the most common types of case that we deal with at our law firm. These are just some of the questions that we discuss
The State must prove that you knowingly or purposely manufactured, distributed, or dispensed a substance. There are 3 elements that the prosecution must meet.
A drug offense is charged as a felony and or misdemeanor depending on the amount found on a person, paraphernalia, and accused’s actions prior to arrest
Any person found in Philadelphia in possession of a small amount of marijuana (30 grams or less (about an ounce)) will be issued a civil citation
Police often uses checkpoints, especially in the spring and summer, to identify and arrest individuals on the suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI)
Most people believe that a criminal problem will never become a part of their lives but life sometimes doesnt always work out that way.
In addition for the potential for abuse most controlled substances can produce either a physical or psychological dependency.
I have written many articles on this topic but this one focuses on questions that your attorney should ask if you’re charged with a gun or narcotic offense