Drug Charges

Virginia Beach Drug Crime Lawyer

The Commonwealth of Virginia aggressively prosecutes drug dealers and drug users. If you have been arrested for possession or sale of narcotics or a controlled substance, you face the possibility of serious penalties. Repeat offenders, and even some first time offenders, are looking at the possibility of a significant jail or prison sentence if they are convicted of a drug crime.

The first step to protecting your rights is to hire an experienced criminal defense attorney. Barnes & Garrett has is an aggressive defense firm that believes every person accused of a drug crime deserves a strong and effective defense.

We defend clients accused of all types of drug crime charges in Virginia state courts, including:

• Simple possession of marijuana
• Possession of cocaine, crack, ecstasy, heroin and other controlled substances
• Possession with intent to distribute
• Narcotics trafficking
• Prescription forgery
• And other drug crimes

Call us at 757-422-4646 or contact us online to arrange for a free consultation. James Garrett can discuss your legal options and possible defense strategies with you.

An Effective Drug Crime Defense Effort

In serious drug trafficking cases, our firm will aggressively defend your rights through a series of motions that are designed to suppress incriminating evidence. We will seek the suppression of all evidence obtained as a result of a search warrant issued without probable cause. We will seek the suppression of any confessions that were taken in violation of your constitutional rights. We thoroughly prepare for the possibility of trial while continuing to negotiate with the prosecution to seek a favorable resolution to your case.

In first-time possession cases for small quantities of drugs, Virginia has a deferred finding provision. When properly argued, the provision allows for probation with dismissal of the charges after one year, if certain conditions are met by the defendant.

Whatever the charge, Barnes & Garrett will examine every aspect of your case in order to build the most effective defense possible.

For a free initial consultation with a drug crime defense attorney at Barnes & Garrett call 757-422-4646 or send us an e-mail. We serve clients in Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and throughout Virginia.