St. Louis Drug Crime Attorney
Charged with a drug offense in St. Louis or the surrounding counties?
Activities involving illegal drugs and controlled substances, such as marijuana, crack, cocaine, heroin, methamphetamines, steroids, unauthorized prescription drugs, and more are violations of state and federal laws. These drugs crimes range from simple possession of marijuana to drug dealing activities, such as sales, distribution, importation, transportation, cultivation, manufacture, and trafficking. They also include possession or distribution of drug paraphernalia, such as pipes, bongs, and more as well as the possession and use of precursor chemicals used in the manufacture of such controlled substances as methamphetamines. Furthermore, it is illegal to engage in prescription fraud or the unauthorized procurement or distribution of medical drugs, such as Vicodin, Percocet, OxyContin, Xanax, and other painkillers or narcotics. If you are found to be involved with others in any type of drug activity, you may find yourself facing conspiracy charges as well.
Get Skilled Legal Help from a St. Louis Drug Crime Defense Lawyer
If you or someone you know has been charged with drug possession or a more serious drug offense in or around the St. Louis area, skilled legal representation is imperative. Whether it is a misdemeanor at the state level or a federal trafficking charge, you may be facing serious penalties. At the Whiteley Law Firm, you will find an accomplished and dedicated legal advocate who will thoroughly handle your defense case down to the last detail. As a St. Louis criminal defense lawyer, Attorney Whiteley practices in this field of law exclusively. He has a law enforcement and legal background that gives him a deep understanding on how such cases are prosecuted.
If you are convicted of a federal drug crime, you will be subject to severe federal sentencing guidelines. Whether at the state or federal level, you may be facing jail or prison time, heavy fines, drug abuse education or treatment, and probation. You will also have to face the future with a drug conviction on your record, which can seriously hamper job opportunities, career advancement, the ability to qualify for professional licenses, and more.
Contact the St. Louis drug crime lawyerat the firm if you are being investigated for drug activity or have already been charged.
What Sets Us Apart From The Rest?
Whiteley Law Firm is here to help you get the results you need with a team you can trust.
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Accessible Support
We make it easy for you to reach out and discuss your case, offering multiple avenues including phone, voicemail, online submission, and office visits for your convenience.
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Trusted AdvocacyWe understand the gravity of your situation and are committed to earning your trust through unwavering dedication to your defense.
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Thorough Defense StrategyOur approach involves a meticulous evaluation of your case, ensuring every possible defense avenue is explored to protect your rights.
Our FAQ
Have questions? We are here to help. Still have questions or can't find the answer you need? Give us a call at 888-910-8827 today!
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Can I represent myself?Yes. Although the right is not unlimited, in every criminal prosecution, the accused must be permitted to act as his or her own attorney. However, the better question is whether you should represent yourself. To that question, the answer is undeniably no. For more information on why a criminal defendant should hire an experienced criminal defense attorney, please read more here.
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What if I am guilty?
Although your thoughts on guilt or innocence of the charges against you are important, it is only one factor that should be considered in how to dispose of the criminal case.
The Whiteley Law Firm is committed to ensuring that those charged with criminal offenses receive a result that is in their best interest. In doing so, we always ensure that the conduct of the police has been proper and the prosecution can meet their burden of proof.
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Will my case be dismissed if the police did not read me my Miranda rights?
The continued popularity and proliferation of crime drama television shows perpetuates the idea that the police must advise the suspect of his or her Miranda rights immediately upon being arrested. This television show concept, however, is a myth. The police are under no obligation to inform someone of their constitutional rights once placed in custody.
The Miranda warnings – generally, the right to remain silent and the right to an attorney – take their name from the 1966 U.S. Supreme Court decision of the same name, Miranda v. Arizona. The landmark decision requires law enforcement officials to inform individuals in custody of their rights prior to any questioning. In other words, with some limited exceptions, Miranda warnings are only required when the police interrogate someone while they are in custody.
Given these two requirements, the question whether a case will be dismissed can become a complex question. Suffice it to say, while complete dismissal of the case is not impossible, the more likely result from a Miranda violation would be suppression of the illegally obtained evidence.
