Pittsburg Drug Possession Attorney

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Drug possession is a serious crime in California. If you are convicted, you could face jail time, fines, probation, and other penalties. Additionally, a drug conviction can have a lasting impact on your personal and professional life. If you are a homeowner, you may also be concerned about the impact of a drug possession charge on your property. At the Law Office of Conrad J. Kuyawa, we understand the stakes involved in drug possession cases. Our Pittsburg drug possession lawyer can help you understand your legal options and work to protect your rights and future.

For a consultation, call us at (925) 230-0515 or contact us online.

What Is Drug Possession?

Drug possession is a crime in California. It is illegal to possess certain controlled substances, including illegal drugs and prescription medications that are not prescribed to you. The specific charges and penalties you face will depend on the type and amount of drugs you are accused of possessing.

Drug possession charges can be classified as either “simple” or “possession with intent to sell.”

• Simple possession: This is the most common type of drug possession charge. It involves the possession of a controlled substance for personal use. Simple possession is a misdemeanor in California, but it can be charged as a felony in certain cases. The specific charge and penalties will depend on the type and amount of drugs involved.
• Possession with intent to sell: This charge involves the possession of a controlled substance with the intent to sell it. It is a felony in California. The specific charge and penalties will depend on the type and amount of drugs involved, as well as other factors, such as whether you have a prior drug conviction.

How Does a Drug Possession Conviction Affect My Property?

Drug possession charges can have a lasting impact on your personal and professional life. If you are a homeowner, you may also be concerned about the impact of a drug possession charge on your property.

There are several ways in which a drug possession conviction can affect your property:

• Property value: A drug conviction can lower the value of your property. This is especially true if the property is used to manufacture or sell drugs. If you are a homeowner, you may be required to disclose a drug conviction to potential buyers. This can make it more difficult to sell your home and lower its value.
• Real estate transactions: A drug conviction can make it more difficult to buy or sell property. If you are a homeowner, you may have difficulty refinancing your mortgage or obtaining a home equity loan. If you are a renter, you may have difficulty finding a place to live.
• Property rights: A drug conviction can also affect your property rights. If you are a homeowner, you may be required to give up your property as part of a drug conviction. If you are a renter, you may be evicted from your home.

How Can I Defend Myself Against Drug Possession Charges?

If you are facing drug possession charges, you have the right to defend yourself. A drug possession lawyer can help you build a strong defense and work to get the charges against you reduced or dismissed. There are several defenses that can be used in drug possession cases, including:

• Illegal search and seizure: The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects you from unreasonable searches and seizures. If the police violated your Fourth Amendment rights, any evidence they obtained may be inadmissible in court. This can make it more difficult for the prosecution to prove its case against you.
• Unlawful arrest: The police must have probable cause to arrest you. If the police did not have probable cause to arrest you, any evidence they obtained may be inadmissible in court. This can make it more difficult for the prosecution to prove its case against you.
• Constructive possession: To be convicted of drug possession, the prosecution must prove that you had “actual” or “constructive” possession of the drugs. Actual possession means that the drugs were found on your person. Constructive possession means that the drugs were found in a place over which you had control. If the drugs were found in a place over which you did not have control, you may be able to argue that you did not have constructive possession of the drugs.
• Unknowing possession: To be convicted of drug possession, the prosecution must prove that you knew that you possessed the drugs. If you did not know that you possessed the drugs, you may be able to argue that you had “unknowing” possession of the drugs.
• Valid prescription: It is not illegal to possess certain controlled substances if you have a valid prescription. If you have a valid prescription for the drugs you are accused of possessing, you may be able to argue that you had a valid prescription for the drugs.

How Long Does a Drug Possession Conviction Stay on Your Record?

A drug possession conviction can have a lasting impact on your personal and professional life. If you are convicted, the conviction will become part of your permanent criminal record. This means that the conviction will be visible to potential employers, landlords, lenders, and others who run a background check on you. A drug conviction can make it more difficult to get a job, find a place to live, obtain a loan, and more. Additionally, if you are convicted of a drug possession charge, you may be required to disclose the conviction to potential employers, landlords, lenders, and others. This can make it even more difficult to find a job, a place to live, a loan, and more.

How Can a Pittsburg Drug Possession Lawyer Help?

If you are facing drug possession charges, you need an experienced lawyer on your side. A drug possession lawyer can help you understand your legal options and work to protect your rights and future. At the Law Office of Conrad J. Kuyawa, we have extensive experience handling drug possession cases. We can help you build a strong defense and work to get the charges against you reduced or dismissed. If you are a homeowner, we can also help you understand the impact of a drug possession charge on your property and work to protect your interests.

For a consultation, call us at (925) 230-0515 or contact us online.