subject: Retaining A Robust Defense Lawyer In Criminal Or Drug Related Cases [print this page] All individuals in the USA have the right to a defense attorney if they are accused of any felony. This is equally true for all be they citizens or not. Every person being arrested is entitled to be read his "Miranda" rights and the rights specify that you do not have to say anything and you have the right to a lawyer. (It should be noted first off that failure to be read one's Miranda rights means that your arrest may be invalid and anything you say is not permissible in court. Listen to these rights and make sure the correct words are used
If you are being arrested for any suspected offense you are strongly advised to avail yourself of those rights and make a call to the Santa Ana Criminal Lawyer. His initial consultation is free and he will determine the best possible strategy for mounting a robust defense.
This is especially true for non citizens as the United States regards any iniquitous activity since making one ineligible for citizenship. But it is not straightforward and there are many arguments to be made as regards to what constitutes 'Moral turpitude' and 'aggravated felonies' for example. A conviction in relation to controlled substances is a deport able misdemeanor so is an area that would be immigrants should be very careful to avoid.
Convictions on 'Moral turpitude' are ill defined in law and so require interpretation of court findings. These are generally offenses involving dishonesty, violence or immorality. 'Aggravated Felonies' were initially chosen in regard to one anti drug laws and were aimed at fighting narcotics trafficking. However in the act it very specifically states Murder, drug trafficking and illegal firearm and explosives sales. This definition has been expanded to include many misdemeanors (Crimes of a lesser magnitude) .
The Santa Ana Criminal attorney has over 14 years defending people in Federal Crimes, Domestic Violence, sex theft and other property crimes.
Anyone caught in possession of drugs, whether they were for own consumption or for distribution are guilty of an offense in the eyes of the law. The charge may be felony drug possession or misdemeanor. Either way the conviction is very a serious one and a criminal record may have a profound effect on the rest of your life. For a start that record stays with you forever and any further detention or conviction compounds the problem.
Penalties vary between misdemeanors and felonies but all of them are serious. Jail time might be involved as well as a big fine, probation and of course the criminal record. Serving time in Jail in Orange County is not like attending a Sunday school picnic and should be avoided at all costs.
As soon as you are apprehended you are strongly advised to make an appointment with the Orange County Drug Lawyer who will prepare as strong a defense as it is possible to make with the objective of keeping this offense off your record.
They are very experienced at dealing with drug possession crimes be they Marijuana or Crystal Meth. So if you have been apprehended in possession of any controlled substance exercise your Miranda rights; say nothing and call the Orange County Drug Lawyer.
