Brooklyn and Queens Drug Defense Attorneys
People facing drug charges need to make many decisions. Should they talk to the police? Can they be bailed out? Should they plead guilty to lesser charges? At our Brooklyn law firm, Schwartz & Krysinski, L.L.P., our attorneys are available to answer all questions about your drug charge. Our clients count on us to be straightforward about their options, including diversionary programs, while providing them with aggressive representation.
Considering all the Angles
Each drug case is unique and may have long-term consequences that go beyond the initial criminal charge. Our lawyers investigate thoroughly and take the time to listen so that they fully understand the client's situation. This allows our firm to anticipate collateral issues that may affect not only the client, but also his or her family. These matters can include the client's immigration status, success in a child custody dispute or the ability to retain a professional license.
Defending Against Misdemeanor and Felony Drug Charges
Our lawyers vigorously defend clients against federal and state drug charges such as:
- Trafficking: The sale, purchase, or distribution of illicit substances or drug paraphernalia.
- Conspiracy: When two or more people have held a meeting with the intent to commit a crime and participated in an overt attempt to further said crime, a conspiracy has been formed. Activities as simple as making a phone call, giving someone a ride, counting money or delivering a package can create a situation where someone is deemed to be part of a criminal conspiracy. Once someone is determined to be part of a conspiracy, the possibility exists that said person might be considered responsible for any of the crimes committed by other members of the conspiracy.
- Possession: It is a crime to have any controlled substance such as cocaine, marijuana, heroin, and other drugs of that nature in your possession; this also includes any pharmaceutical drugs without a doctor's prescription. (Codeine, Xanax, Valium and numerous other substances fall into this category).
- Cultivation or Manufacture: The production, cultivation, or manufacturing of a controlled substance deemed illicit by state of New York or the United States government (heroin, crack-cocaine, methamphetamine)
Our clients have been charged with crimes related to any and all varieties of illegal drugs, narcotics and prescription medications. These commonly include heroin, cocaine, crack, marijuana, MDMA, Oxycontin, Vicodin and Percocet.
We Really Care About the Outcome
In addition to seeking dismissals, acquittals and reduced charges, our law firm supports treatment as an alternative to incarceration. Attorney Howard A. Schwartz is an effective advocate for clients seeking to address underlying addiction problems. He has had remarkable success persuading prosecuting attorneys and judges that treatment, rather than incarceration, will be in the best interest of the state. Outcomes that include treatment give our clients a chance at a brighter future.
Contact our law Firm
To schedule a free initial consultation to discuss any matter related to a drug arrest or charge, contact our Brooklyn law firm online or call Schwartz & Krysinski, L.L.P. at 718-643-9333. We can be reached 24 hours a day at 718-208-6094.
