Richmond Drug Possession Attorney
Virginia Narcotics Defense Lawyer
Virginia Drug Possession Defense Attorney
A conviction on drug possession or drug trafficking charges could result in heavy fines and a lengthy prison sentence. In addition, a conviction can leave you with a criminal record that can haunt you for the rest of your life. When faced with these dire consequences, it is extremely important to consider hiring an experienced criminal defense lawyer to protect your rights, freedom and future.
If you have been charged with drug possession — or other drug crimes such as selling drugs, — please contact the Richmond, Virginia, law office of Eddy Paul Rice, IV, Attorney at Law. Since opening my doors in 1972, I have represented many clients charged with the possession and/or sale of narcotics, including marijuana, cocaine, heroin, crack, prescription drugs and other illegal substances. I will use my three decades of experience and extensive legal knowledge to build a strong and persuasive defense on your behalf.
Giving Clients Honest Answers
People charged with a crime often have many questions. Will I go to prison or jail? Can I get probation? How much will I be fined? Do I need to enter a treatment program? How will this affect my job? When you have been charged with a drug crime, it is important to have a lawyer who gives honest answers to your questions by your side — not one who fills your head with false expectations and then leaves you confused and angry if the case does not end the way you expected.
I believe in open and honest communication with my clients. I will always tell you my opinion of your chances of achieving your legal objective - even if it isn't the news you'd hoped to hear. If pleading guilty is your best option, I will tell you so in order to save the time and expense of pursuing a full court trial.
Challenging the Prosecution
My goal in any criminal case is to lessen the impact of the charge, whether that involves seeking a reduction in charges, a minimization of penalties or an outright dismissal. In drug crime cases, I can do this by reviewing the facts of the case and the evidence against you. For example, if any evidence was gained by violating your constitutional rights — searching your home without a valid warrant, coercing you into a confession, seizing evidence illegally — I will stop at nothing to have the evidence thrown out and the case dismissed.
I also protect my clients by arguing for probation or community service rather than jail time whenever possible.
Contact my Richmond law office for quality advice regarding your drug possession charge. I offer a free initial phone consultation.
