San Diego Drug Possession Lawyer

Criminal Defense Attorney Serving San Diego County, CA

Drug possession is typically one of the lesser drug crimes for which a person may face criminal charges. However, if you are accused of having a large amount of drugs in your possession or of having the intent to sell or distribute the drugs found in your possession, you may face more serious charges and therefore increased penalties. Even a simple marijuana possession conviction may affect future employment or educational opportunities, and as such it is important to consider hiring a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible.

A lawyer can intervene and protect your constitutional rights in the face of your drug possession charges, helping you avoid not just criminal penalties but having a conviction on your criminal record that can affect your reputation and your future. At Superior Law Center, we represent defendants throughout the city of San Diego and San Diego County who are facing drug possession charges. We welcome you to contact us for a consultation.

Enhanced Charges & Penalties for Drug Possession

Law enforcement may attempt to escalate simple drug possession charges to possession for sale charges if particular drug paraphernalia is found in the defendant's possession, such as measuring scales, baggies, large amounts of cash, address books, ledgers, and similar items. The same may apply if materials used to cultivate or manufacture drugs are found - where the defendant may find that they are facing drug cultivation or manufacturing charges instead of simple possession. These other drug offenses are considered to be more serious, and a conviction will result in more serious penalties for the offender.

If you have been charged with a first or second time drug possession offense, you may qualify for alternative sentencing, such as rehabilitation and/or counseling instead of imprisonment. It is important to consider this option when discussing your case with your attorney.

Contact Superior Law Center today if you are interested in working with a dedicated San Diego drug possession defense attorney.