Drug Possession Lawyer in New York City

Experienced Defense Against Drug Possession Charges in New York

In the state of New York, drug possession is a serious crime. Depending on the type and quantity of the drug you are charged with possessing, the penalty upon conviction can range from one year in jail to 25 years in prison—and in extreme cases, even life imprisonment. If you have been arrested for drug possession, it is imperative that you seek legal counsel as soon as possible.

Types of Drug Possession Charges

Charged with Drug Possession in NYC? Learn About the Three Types:

Actual Possession – The drugs are found on your person.
Constructive Possession – The drugs are located in a place you control, such as your car or home.
Presumptive Possession – The drugs are found in a shared space, potentially implicating all individuals present.

In addition to the type of possession charge you face, another critical factor that can affect your defense is the method of search and seizure conducted by law enforcement during your arrest and evidence collection. Officers are required to follow specific legal procedures when conducting a search and seizure.

If neither probable cause nor a valid search warrant was presented at the time of the search, any evidence collected may be subject to suppression, making it inadmissible in court. Investigating and understanding the intricate details of a drug possession charge—and how to build a strong defense—requires a skilled attorney well-versed in drug possession and criminal law in New York.

Contact Our Drug Possession Attorney in New York City Today

The professional legal defense team at H. Benjamin Perez & Associates, P.C. has the knowledge and experience to build a compelling defense for you. Fluent in both Spanish and English, our firm has been successfully representing clients and delivering favorable results in all areas of criminal defense law, including all types of drug crimes.