Central Florida Criminal Defense Law Firm
Possession of even a small amount of cocaine is a third-degree felony in Florida, punishable by up to five years in state prison. Fortunately, there are many ways that a criminal defense attorney can help if you have been charged with cocaine possession.
If you are facing cocaine charges in central Florida, protect your rights by retaining an experienced criminal defense lawyer at LaBar Adams. Located in Orlando, we defend clients throughout central Florida against cocaine charges and other drug crimes. Contact us today to discuss your case.
Get the Strong Defense You Need
Each criminal case at our firm is handled by an Orlando Cocaine Drug Charge Defense Lawyer such as N. Ryan LaBar. He has handled thousands of criminal cases and is dedicated to providing the vigorous defense you need. He is knowledgeable about Florida drug laws and how they can impact your future.
He understands that drug charges may be challenged in a variety of ways:
- The prosecution must prove that you knowingly possessed cocaine. The circumstances in your case could create reasonable doubt. If the police found cocaine in your car, for example, it could have belonged to any other individual who previously drove the vehicle or who sat in the vehicle. If cocaine was found at your home after a party, it could have been left there by someone else without your knowledge.
- Search and seizure issues commonly arise in drug cases. Did the police find drugs after a traffic stop? If so, did they have sufficient cause to stop your vehicle? Did the police find drugs in your coat or pants pockets as a result of a stop and frisk? Did the police find evidence of drug possession after you were arrested? The police must have a reasonable suspicion of some criminal activity to perform a stop and frisk. The police must have probable cause to make a lawful arrest. We may seek the suppression of evidence obtained in violation of your constitutional rights.
- Florida has special programs that enable some defendants to avoid a criminal conviction. Depending on the facts of your case, we may be able to help you avoid a criminal conviction, even if you are charged with a felony cocaine possession charge.
We can aggressively fight your charges at trial, or if you prefer not to take your case to court, we can negotiate with the prosecution to seek a favorable plea agreement on your behalf. We will use our knowledge of pretrial diversion programs, pretrial intervention programs, drug court and other creative measures that could make a significant difference in your case.
We understand that the outcome of your case will have a profound impact on you and your family. You can rely on us to carefully investigate the facts of your case, explore defenses that could be available to you, prepare your case thoroughly for the possibility of trial, help you understand your options and diligently pursue the best possible outcome for you.
Contact Us
To schedule a free consultation with Orlando drug possession defense lawyer N. Ryan LaBar, call 866-680-4LAW or contact us by e-mail.
