If you are in possession of a pipe, bong, heat lamp or any other type of drug paraphernalia, you could face criminal charges, regardless of if you actually possessed an illicit substance. While the presence of narcotics, even in trace amounts, greatly strengthen a drug crime case, it is not necessary for the prosecution to prove you actually possessed an illegal drug, as possessing paraphernalia used for using or making an illegal drug is already a misdemeanor in itself.
Anyone who is accused of possessing drug paraphernalia in Clinton Township should get in touch with an experienced drug defense attorney right away. Don’t disregard charges just because you do not believe them to be serious. The penalties you could face if convicted are very real and can be quite harsh, even if you aren’t found to be in possession of a drug. If you are accused of possessing paraphernalia along with a drug or trace amounts of an illegal drug, it is even more critical that you speak to a qualified defense representative right away.
With well over a decade of drug crime defense experience, the attorneys at Grabel & Associates know what it takes to win in misdemeanor and felony cases of all kinds. Our Clinton drug paraphernalia defense attorneys are available 24/7 to provide you with a free initial case consultation and will not rest until you are able to achieve the best possible case result in your unique legal situation. Contact a member of our defense team now and start fighting back against drug crime conviction in Clinton.
According to drug crime laws, drug paraphernalia means any equipment, product, or material used for planting, propagating, cultivating, harvesting, manufacturing, processing, concealing, or ingesting an illegal drug. This includes scales and balances, separation sifters for marijuana, pipes and needles, razor blades, mirrors, or anything else that can be connected to drug manufacture, distribution, or use in any way. Because of the extremely wide-ranging guidelines set for drug paraphernalia charges in Clinton, it is very possible for an innocent person to be wrongly accused.
In many cases, unlawful search and seizure is also involved. It is critical that you speak to an attorney early on in your case so that you can thoroughly evaluate the legality of investigative tactics utilized by police and investigating agents in your case, and protect yourself against violations of your rights. Contact our team now to learn more about fighting drug paraphernalia possession charges in Clinton.
Possessing or selling illicit drug paraphernalia is a serious offense that can lead to jail time and fines, however it can be difficult to distinguish between police threats designed to scare a confession out of a subject, and genuine drug paraphernalia charges in some cases. Speak to a lawyer and find out if what you are accused of possessing is truly illegal in Michigan, and what you or your loved one can do to fight back after an initial accusation.
If you are convicted of selling drug paraphernalia, or in some cases simply possessing illegal paraphernalia, you could face up to 90 days behind bars and a fine of $5,000, according to the Michigan Public Health Code. If you are accused of offering drug paraphernalia to a minor, you could face up to a year in prison and a fine of $7,500. Our lawyers will walk you through what you need to do to fight back against conviction. Call now to start defending against Clinton drug paraphernalia possession allegations.
Every drug crime case is unique, and our attorneys know that the defense approach taken in each individual case must be as well. We offer free initial consultations to anyone accused of possessing or selling drug paraphernalia including rolling papers, pipes, lamps, kits, and more, and will help you determine the best next steps to take in your specific case. Our proven results demonstrate why clients statewide trust our team in misdemeanor and felony cases, and we look forward to applying similarly effective strategies to your case.
Call 1-800-342-7896 toll free to speak with a case analyst right now. We are available 24/7 to begin working with you. Alternatively, contact Scott Grabel or another member of our experienced team online through this website, and set up a free consultation at a time that works best for you.