If you or someone you know has been arrested for a drug crimes in the Reno area, working with experienced legal representation should be your first priority. Drug charges are a serious offenses in Nevada. If convicted you may be facing a possible jail sentence and a criminal record and that may be the beginning of your troubles. Nevada has a “zero tolerance” policy has led to the development of severe punishment for all those convicted in drug cases. Having a drug crime conviction on your record can negatively impact on your employment, finances and personal life. If you or a family member is facing drug crime charges you need experienced drug attorney who will fight for you. At Reno Nevada Law we represent people arrested for drug crimes from misdemeanor to federal charges. We have more than 40 years of experience and we have successfully defended thousands of drug crime cases. Call us today, to protect your rights, freedom, and future (775) 786-5791!
Types of Drug Crimes
Some of the most common drug crimes punishable under Nevada Law include:
- Smoking Marijuana In Public
- Driving Under the Influence of Drugs NRS 484c.110
- Possession of a Controlled Substance NRS 453.336
- Possession with Intent to Sell NRS 453.337 & NRS 453.338
- Selling NRS 453.321
- Transporting NRS 453.321
- Trafficking NRS 453.339
- Drug Paraphernalia Crimes NRS 453.560 & 453.566
- Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance NRS 453.332
- Administering Drugs to Aid the Commission of a Felony NRS 200.405
- Administering Drugs to Aid the Commission of a Violent Crime NRS 200.408
Misdemeanor Drug Crimes In Nevada
Drug cases handled at the Reno District court level are typically misdemeanor charges the most common of the charges are possession of marijuana in public charges and possession of drug paraphernalia. Prescription medication cases involving fraud or illegal possession of a prescription drug may also be considered a misdemeanor charge. While misdemeanor charges carry a lighter punishment than felony drug charges, they can still dramatically effect your life and livelihood. Penalties include probation, jail time and stiff fines. While small amounts of drugs for personal use may lead to fines or misdemeanor charges depending on the amount of marijuana or type of drug involved during the arrest charges can quickly escalate to felony drug charges and harsher penalties.
Drugs with Their Own Laws in Nevada
Drug laws vary depending on the type of drugs involved some of the drugs that have their own specific laws include:
- Cocaine
- Meth
- Heroin
- Ecstasy
- GHB / Rohypnol
- Oxycontin, Vicodin and Codeine
- Marijuana
- PCP
Federal Drug Crimes
While many drug arrests remain on a state level, federal drug charges typically are felonies. If you or a family member is arrested on federal drug charges the case will be heard in federal court with a federal prosecutor rather than the Washoe County DA. Fighting the federal government is never easy, and if convicted the penalties are usually more severe including longer prison sentences and larger fines.
The most common drug charge in Reno is possession it is typically a state charge. The most common federal drug charge is trafficking involving the transporting of drugs over state borders (like between California and Nevada). It is possible to be charged with distribution, trafficking, manufacturing and cultivation of drugs by either Nevada Law or Federal Law. The jurisdiction typically depends on the amount of the controlled substance in question.
Fighting federal drug charges requires hiring an attorney who has been admitted into the federal court and is experienced in representing clients at a federal level. Lee Hotchkin has years of experience have made him one of the best
federal crimes defense attorneys in the Reno area.
federal crimes defense attorneys in the Reno area.
Alternate Sentencing For Drug Crimes – Reno Drug Court
A drug crime conviction on your record can lead to difficult obtaining employment, a professional license, a government student loan and can even keep you from renting an apartment or house. A drug related conviction can wreck your personal life and your finances. As experienced drug crime attorneys, we have been able to get many clients who have been charged for first-time offenses to have their charges reduced or even dismissed if by successfully attending drug court.
Drug Court is a rehabilitation program designed for first time defendants that helps addicts rather than punishing them. If you successfully complete the drug court program you can avoid going to prison as well as having a criminal record.
Sealing A Drug Crime From Your Record
If an old drug conviction is keeping you still following you and keeping you from getting a job or impacting your life in other ways, Reno Nevada Law can help. Drug convictions are typically be sealed from 1 to 5 years after the case ends. Additionally drug charges that are dismissed may be sealed immediately.
Our Approach to Drug Crimes Defense
You deserve an experienced drug crimes defense attorney who will aggressively defend you and will fight for your rights – at Reno Nevada Law at (775) 786-5791, because when you need a lawyer – experience matters! At Reno Nevada Law, we have successfully defended thousands of people facing criminal charges for drug crimes. Beginning with your initial consultation, we will listen to you, we will answer your questions, and begin to build a strategy for the best possible outcome in your case. By the end of this meeting you will have a clear idea of what we can do for you and how we will move forward. With Reno Nevada Law on your side, you will receive unsurpassed legal service and the personalized client care.
We are known for having a passion for the law and how the law can help those in a time of need. This passion is shown in both our extensive knowledge of the law, defense strategies, as well as our compassion towards our clients. It’s our commitment to you, and to all of our clients that truly makes Reno Nevada Law unique. The people we represent are at the center of what we do and the reason we come to work each day. We are here to get the best possible result for you. If you or a family member has been arrested or charged with drug crimes seek the counsel of a Reno criminal defense attorney with experience fighting Nevada drug related cases it’s time to call an experienced lawyer who can help, call Reno Nevada Law at (775) 786-5791 immediately, because when you need a lawyer – experience matters!
Christine Hotchkin discusses alternative sentencing for drug related crimes
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