Understanding the Legal Issues in Drug Cases
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 disadvantage. Students who are arrested on drug charges can lose eligibility for student loans and can even be barred from certain careers such as nursing.
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.
Former Drug Prosecutor
As a former assistant district attorney, I used to prosecute drug cases. As a result I am familiar with police procedure in drug arrests. I understand how undercover officers use confidential informants and set up stings. Understanding how prosecutors prepare cases helps me plan your defense.
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 can be suppressed. Without evidence, the drug charge may be dismissed for lack of sufficient evidence.
Immigration Consequences of a Drug Conviction: Some lawyers undermine their clients' cases by accepting plea bargains that are really not bargains at all. For example, if you are an immigrant, a drug conviction can result in deportation, even if you do not face significant jail time. As your lawyer, I will work hard to resolve your drug charges in a way that protects your immigration status and your future.
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To discuss your drug case with me, lawyer Andres Guevara, call 888-265-0044 or fill out the contact form below. My law office is in Denver.
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