Trenton Man Faces Multiple Drug Charges
A 45-year-old Trenton man faces multiple drug crime charges after being arrested in his home. According to The Times of Trenton, the man was arrested in his South Westfield Avenue home. Police had two drug-related warrants when they searched his premises. Police also found marijuana and drug paraphernalia on the property. He faces multiple charges including possession and possession with intent to distribute.
In any New Jersey drug crime case, a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney will carefully examine the circumstances regarding a search and seizure to determine if the defendant’s constitutional rights were violated in any way. Police must follow strict guidelines in obtaining warrants and seizing evidence. Failure to follow these guidelines may make the arrest illegal or the evidence inadmissible in court.
A possession charge may become a possession with intent to sell when the amount of drugs seized is more than what one person can reasonably use. Intent to sell charges often result in penalties up to twice as severe as simple possession penalties. Repeat offenders and those facing felony charges often have fewer legal options. So, it is important to fight any and all drug-related charges with an experienced criminal defense attorney on your side.
The New Jersey drug crime defense attorneys at Lependorf & Silverstein aggressively fight for their clients' rights. Where possible, we will seek alternative sentencing instead of jail time. Each case is different and not every defendant may have an opportunity to seek alternative sentencing. We offer free case evaluations to anyone facing drug crime charges in New Jersey. Call us today at 609-240-0040 to find out how we can help.
