Possession of Marijuana

MISDEMEANOR AND FELONY MARIJUANA DEFENSE ATTORNEYS IN NORTHERN VIRGINIA

Although many states have decriminalized the possession of small, personal amounts of cannabis, it is still a crime in the Commonwealth of Virginia to have marijuana in ones possession without a valid medical prescription. And while you may avoid a jail sentence or even an in custody arrest if you are caught in possession of a joint or a baggie of pot, your criminal charge can still affect other aspects of your life. Furthermore, if you’re picked up with even a little marijuana, you can lose your driver’s license for six months.

Virginia Attorneys Developing Defense Solutions For Clients

The lawyers at Hale Carlson Baumgartner, PLC have experience in representing clients who have been caught with marijuana and other drugs. Many of our clients who have been arrested or charged with possession of marijuana understand that the consequences often go beyond the charge itself. A marijuana arrest can be difficult to explain on job applications or when trying to obtain licensing. In addition, if their driver’s licenses are suspended, it could impact their employment or education. Our attorneys have been successful in obtaining restricted or conditional licenses that permit limited driving. In addition, there are programs through the courts that enable first time offenders to avoid criminal charges from staying on their records.

Repeat and Felony Marijuana Arrests

Not all marijuana arrests involve the police coming across a joint in your vehicle. Sometimes the amount is larger, or the activity surrounding the possession is indicative of a more serious crime (i.e. distribution, cultivation). If this is the case, it’s all that more important that you secure an experienced, competent drug defense attorney to prepare your legal strategy. Law enforcement officers often make procedural errors when it comes to stops, searches, questioning, and drug identification. A skilled drug defense attorney—one like you will find at Hale Carlson Baumgartner, PLC—can exploit gaps in the prosecution to your advantage.

Trust Your Defense To Experienced Marijuana Possession Defense Attorneys

Even a small amount of marijuana can cause you undue heartache if you’re cited arrested for it. Fight for your legal rights by employing a smart, experienced lawyer. Hire Hale Carlson Baumgartner, PLC today.

The law office of Hale Carlson Baumgartner, PLC defends clients charged with possession of marijuana and other drugs in Fairfax City and County, Fauquier County, Arlington County, Prince William County, Loudoun County, Clarke County Frederick County, Vienna, Tyson’s Corner, Alexandria, Leesburg, Manassas, Manassas Park, Winchester and other parts of Northern Virginia.

To schedule an appointment, contact us at our Fairfax office at (703) 591-4900.