Ventura Drug Crimes Defense Defense Attorneys

Drug crimes are taken seriously in California. Despite our state's reputation for liberal drug laws, defendants in California still face jail or prison time and a driver's license suspension for minor crimes like possession of narcotics. If you're accused of large-scale sales, trafficking or other more serious drug crimes, you could go to prison for decades and live the rest of your life as a convicted felon without the right to vote or own a firearm. Those charged with federal crimes may also have their money and property seized by the federal government. If you're charged with a drug or drug-related crime, it's crucial to get the advice of a smart, experienced Ventura narcotics defense attorney.

Wallin & Klarich can help. We have more than 30 years of experience defending people accused of drug crimes in Ventura County and throughout Southern California. Our experience includes all types of state and federal drug crimes, including:

• Possession of drug paraphernalia
• Possession of ingredients for drugs
• Unlawful possession of prescription drugs
• Possession of narcotics or possession with intent to sell
• Selling or distributing drugs
• Cultivating or manufacturing drugs
• Drug trafficking, import or export

The penalties you face depend on your charges. In general, you can expect a lighter sentence if you're facing state charges or charges related to small amounts of drugs. Possession and other minor crimes are usually misdemeanors that draw probation, Drug Court or jail. Importing, trafficking or large-scale sales are most likely to be federal charges that carry substantial time in prison. And if you're charged with a drug felony in California, you could face a substantially higher prison sentence than normal if it can be counted as a "strike" for the purposes of our punitive three-strikes law. With that much at stake, you should always exercise your right to stay silent until a Wallin & Klarich attorney is standing with you.

Aggressive Defense From Wallin & Klarich

Not every Ventura drug case is built according to the rules. In fact, because drug arrests can make or break a career, law enforcement officers sometimes ignore civil rights law or make mistakes in their haste to build a case. At Wallin & Klarich, we always aggressively challenge these flaws in our clients' cases, because a successful challenge can destroy the case against you. If there's no usable flaw in your case, we will also challenge sloppy police work, thin evidence and assumptions like "intent to sell," mounting an aggressive defense before or during any trial. Our goal is always to get you the best possible outcome for your case, minimizing the effect of a drug charge on your job, your family and your life.

Wallin & Klarich also has a strong record of success in getting Drug Court rather than jail or prison for our clients. Nonviolent first and second drug offenders are eligible for Drug Court, which provides drug treatment and other social services. If you successfully complete classes, appear in court regularly and pass random drug tests, you may be able to have your conviction dismissed and avoid jail or prison altogether. We've had the good fortune to place many clients in this program, including clients accused of cultivation and sales as well as simple possession.

At Wallin & Klarich, we approach each case with the belief that we could easily be defending one of our own family members. After more than 30 years of practicing criminal defense law, we understand how upsetting and stressful criminal charges can be to our clients and their families. That's why we're committed to being there for our clients at all times: 24 hours a day, seven days a week and every day of the year. We also offer reasonable legal fees and payment plans for clients who request them. And we offer free case evaluations to potential clients, so there's no risk in speaking with an experienced Ventura drug offense defense attorney about your case. To schedule a free consultation with Wallin & Klarich, call us today at 1-866-440-4578. We promise to be there when you call.