Westport, Connecticut Drug Possession Defense Law Firm Will Help Challenge the Charges Against You

Connecticut Criminal Defense Attorneys Ready to Discuss Your Case

While all states monitor, classify, and regulate the possession of drugs differently, in Connecticut, drugs like marijuana, heroin, cocaine, and many others, as well as the materials used to manufacture them are classified as controlled substances.

Connecticut's criminal penalties for possession depend upon whether the drug is a narcotic, non-narcotic, hallucinogen, or marijuana, the amount of the drug in possession, and whether the offender has any prior convictions. Possession of any controlled substance within 500 feet of a school or daycare center is punishable by an additional two years in jail.

Defenses to Drug Possession Charges

While drug possession charges in Connecticut should be taken seriously, there are often legal options available to defend your case. Your arrest can be challenged, as can the search and seizure of your person or property, as the U.S. Constitution protects people from being searched without certain due process elements being met. If the charges against you involve first offense marijuana possession for a small amount of marijuana, there are a number of potential plea deals that might be worked out, including:

• A nolle plea, or no prosecution in exchange for agreeing to refrain from further criminal activity
• Treatment programs, such as Connecticut's Accelerated Rehabilitation program
• Community service or probation

If you are charged with drug possession in Connecticut, the attorneys at Mark Kratter LLC have been defending Connecticut citizens against drug possession charges since 1993. We are available to discuss the facts of your case, all the possible defenses that may be available to you, and help you weigh your options. Contact our firm online or call 203-678-8135 to set up a free initial consultation today.