North Jersey Drug Crime Defense Lawyer?
Even for a first offense or a small amount of drugs, you face serious penalties if convicted, including possible jail and license suspension For more serious drug crimes, mandatory prison is a real possibility. Avoiding the worst consequences requires swift and sharp-minded legal representation.
The Law Offices of Gregg A. Wisotsky offers aggressive advocacy for all levels of drug crimes. I have represented clients in Morris County and throughout New Jersey. Call immediately at 1-866-459-7513 (toll free) or locally at 973-898-0161 (you can also call me on my cell phone after hours or during weekends at 908-229-9714).
Wide Experience in Drug Crimes (CDS Offenses)
In 19 years as a criminal defense trial lawyer, I have handled the full range of drug charges:
- Possession (marijuana, cocaine, heroin, prescription narcotics)
- Possession with intent to distribute
- Possession in a motor vehicle
- Drug trafficking
- Manufacturing
- Drug-related weapons charges
Controlled Dangerous Substance (CDS) offenses can not be taken lightly. Intent to distribute is frequently charged based on the quantity of drugs, and carries substantial jail or prison time. Possession in a motor vehicle can result in a two-year license suspension. A criminal record for any drug offense can interfere with employment, education and other opportunities.
Avoiding Conviction or Incarceration
I have succeeded in getting many clients into diversion programs that limit the impact of a drug arrest:
- In municipal court, drug crime offenders may qualify for conditional discharge, which means if you are qualified for such a disposition the case is eventually dismissed if you stay out of trouble for a stated period of time. Call me today to see if you are eligible for a conditional discharge of your drug charges in Municipal court.
- In superior court (indictable CDS offenses), first-time offenders may qualify for pre-trial intervention (PTI), which also results in dismissal of charges.
- Those with prior convictions for drugs or non-violent crimes may qualify for Drug Court. There will still be a criminal record, but prison is averted.
I make sure my clients understand all of their rights and obligations attached to these programs (treatment, probation, random urine tests and fines) to avoid landing back in court.
Prepared to Fight for You
If you do not qualify for a diversionary program, the facts of your case will determine our options. I will represent you zealously to negotiate a plea that minimizes your jail or prison sentence, or prepare to go to trial to defend you on the evidence, or lack thereof, from the charges that have been filed against you.
Contact me to discuss your case. I meet clients at our offices in Parsippany, Wayne and Basking Ridge, and also meet with you in the county jail if you are currently incarcerated.
