Pennsylvania Drug Possession Defense Attorney
If you have been arrested on a misdemeanor drug charge, it is important to retain the counsel of an attorney, even if you believe the crime is minor or that you did commit a crime. You need a lawyer to ensure that you receive the best possible result, including, perhaps, a Section 17 Probation, which can result in the dismissal of the charges.
Retain Experienced Counsel Immediately
Being convicted of a drug charge — even a minor drug charge — can result in jail time and a major blemish on your criminal record. Having a criminal record can significantly impact your future endeavors. For instance, criminal records can:
- Prevent you from obtaining student loans
- Impede your chances of getting into the college of your choice
- Deny you entry into certain professions
- Affect your ability to get credit
It is well worth the effort and cost to retain a skilled and experienced criminal defense attorney immediately after your arrest on any drug charges.
Protecting the Rights of Those Accused of Drug Crimes
The Law Office of Henry S. Hilles, III in Norristown, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, protects the rights of men and women accused of misdemeanor drug crimes. With more than 16 years of experience as an attorney, I have the experience and track record to provide you with a strong, skilled defense. My former work as a Montgomery County prosecutor also gives me an advantage over other defense attorneys because I know how the system looks from the inside out, and I use that advantage to ensure that my clients obtain the best possible outcome in their cases.
As a defense attorney experienced in defending juveniles, college students and others against felony drug charges and misdemeanor drug charges, I can handle many drug charges, such as:
- Possession of marijuana
- Possession of drug paraphernalia
- Possession of small amounts of controlled substances such as ecstasy, cocaine, crack, heroin or unlawfully prescribed pharmaceutical drugs
Special Drug Court
Montgomery County and other counties in Pennsylvania now have a special court that supervises addicted, nonviolent drug offenders. If you are accepted into this Drug Court program, the focus is on rehabilitation and treatment rather than on punishment, and you can receive a lighter sentence or avoid jail time altogether.
"Section 17" Probation
Depending on your misdemeanor charge, you may be eligible for the first-time offender program — the Section 17 Probation program. This program essentially allows you to complete a number of requirements negotiated between your defense lawyer and the prosecution. Upon completion of the program, your charges will be dismissed or set aside. You can then seek to expunge your criminal record.
Contact a Montgomery County/Philadelphia Area and Norristown Misdemeanor Drug Offense Attorney
It is important for anyone accused of a misdemeanor or felony drug offense in Pennsylvania to retain a lawyer experienced in handling drug cases. If you, a friend or a loved has been charged with a Montgomery County or federal drug crime, please feel free to call the Law Office of Henry S. Hilles III, a Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, criminal defense law firm: 610-270-8800. If you prefer, you can also send a secure and confidential e-mail.
