After being charged and convicted of a drug crime, there are a few different sentences that you could receive. The type of sentence will usually be based on your criminal background and the nature of the crime committed. Drug classes are sometimes a recommendation that your attorney can make. These classes can make a positive impact in court, especially if you begin taking them before your court date so that the judge knows that you’ve learned your lesson and that you’re willing to do what it takes to make amends. Another option is drug court. At times, this can help you avoid spending time in jail or at least decrease the amount of time ordered by the judge.
Drug court is often ordered if the judge sees that you have an addiction and that you need help overcoming that addiction. Jail likely wouldn’t be the best option in order for you to get the help that you need. Instead, your attorney can work with you and the court to get you into drug court, which is similar to a rehab program so that you can conquer the addiction that you have.
One thing to keep in mind is that the prosecutor would need to determine whether or not you’re eligible to attend this program as it’s often covered by the county or the state instead of by the individual. Your attorney can show the court that you have an addiction to drugs instead of being a first-time offender or someone who makes drugs a habit. Felonies are sometimes considered for drug court depending on the circumstances, but misdemeanor charges are usually the ones that are focused on when making decisions about this program.
Although a criminal background might seem as though it would have a negative impact in court, it could result in a better chance for getting into the drug court program. Drug court is sometimes an option that is considered if you were to violate the terms of your probation and the court doesn’t think that going to jail would be beneficial. While in the program, there would be certain responsibilities that you would have and tasks that you would need to complete before you would be eligible for completion. You would need to undergo numerous drug tests and attend classes several times a week along with counseling sessions to try to help you overcome your addiction and get the help that you need.
Roy J. Kahn, with years of legal experience in a wide variety of criminal law, heads a “boutique” firm, which means that your attorney is Roy J. Kahn, not a paralegal. If you have been charged or are about to be charged with a crime—or if you have been contacted to be a witness in a federal grand jury case, you need a qualified defense. You should consult with an attorney immediately and know that you have a right to make no statement until you have consulted with an attorney To contact Mr. Kahn, he can be reached at 305-358-7400.
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