Heroin Arrest Defense Lawyer & Attorney San Diego

In San Diego if you are found to be in possession of heroin, under the influence of heroin, trafficking in heroin or in any other way connected with this dangerous drug and facing criminal charges you are in serious peril and a lawyer or attorney should be contacted as soon after an arrest. As a Schedule I drug heroin is defined by the authorities as a narcotic that has a high abuse potential and is not an accepted medical treatment. Both state and federal prosecutors take this drug very seriously and devote a massive amount of their resources to prosecuting those who violate heroin laws. In addition to facing criminal charges, many heroin violators also face serious health concerns, the loss of employment and severe family problems. As is the case with those who offend with other types of drugs it is not uncommon for heroin defendants to attempt to either deny or delay acting in a positive, aggressive manner in finding help to defend themselves.

Our legal team at San Diego Defense Lawyers has years of experience in handling and defending drug crime cases, including those involving heroin. We know how serious these charges are taken by the authorities and how harsh the punishment can be, depending upon the circumstances of the case. We have defended such cases in every courtroom in San Diego County and are completely familiar with the inner workings of the criminal justice system. Our experience is designed to provide you the most effective legal representation with the best results possible through our documented history of effectively presenting cases to prosecutors, judges and probation officers – the major players who will make decisions critical to your future. Many San Diego residents who have been ensnared in drug crimes prosecutions have found our firm successful in winning diversions, dismissals, reduced charges and even acquittals in such cases.

It is vitally important that you contact us as soon as you suspect that you may be under investigation for a crime involving heroin or have already been charged. It is in your best interest not to request our services immediately if you are contacted by police or prosecutors about your case. Do not discuss the case, offer an alibi or volunteer information without having us there to preserve all of your legal options. You have the right to an attorney under the Constitution and invoking that right can prevent you from making statements that can be used as evidence against you.

The penalties for heroin drug crimes vary depending upon a large number of circumstances, including:

• Whether you are charged with being under the influence, possession, use or trafficking
• Whether you are charged under state or federal laws
• The amount of heroin involved
• Whether you were involved with other individuals
• Whether you were making electronic transactions
• Whether other drugs were involved
• Whether weapons were involved
• Whether you have a criminal record
• Whether you have a criminal record with drug offenses
• Whether you are on parole or probation
• Whether minors were involved

Our role as your attorney will be to represent you at all stages of the prosecution. We will review your case, investigate it and offer you the best legal options in your case. If you have been jailed we will work to reduce your bail. We will also review the case to determine whether you might be eligible for a drug diversion option or a resolution of the case through suspended charges or convictions that can later be dismissed. Please contact us as soon as possible to ensure that all of your legal options are available to you.