Prior Convictions and California Methamphetamine Cases

If you’ve been arrested for a California methamphetamine charge, the prosecutor may add factors called sentencing enhancements that can add substantially to your methamphetamine sentence if convicted.

One possible sentence enhancement in a California meth case is for prior convictions. If you’re facing a repeat-offense California methamphetamine charge, skilled California defense lawyers from The Kavinoky Law Firm may be able to help you avoid some of all of the consequences you face.

Under California Health & Safety Code section 11370.2b,c, you can be sentenced to an additional three years in prison for each prior methamphetamine conviction if you are convicted of H&S 11378 (possession for sale), 11379 (sale), 11379.6 (manufacture), 11380.5 (offenses in public parks or beaches), 11383 (possession of chemicals with intent to manufacture) with prior 11351 (possession with intent to sell), 11351.5 (possession of cocaine base), 11352 (transport, import, furnish, etc.), 11378.5, 11379.5. 11379.6, or 11380.

Under California Penal Code section 1203.07(a)(11), if you have a prior conviction for H&S 11378 (possession for sale) or 11379 (sale) and are charged with either of these offenses again, you cannot receive probation. The judge has no discretion in this matter.

Under California Penal Code section 1203.073 b8, a prior conviction for H&S 11378, 11379, 11379.6, 11380, 11382, or 11383 means that you cannot receive probation for a new conviction of 11379.6, 11382, or 11383. However, the judge has discretion in this matter.

California Penal Code section 667.5b dictates that you can receive an additional year for a methamphetamine conviction for each prior prison sentence. However, this additional time cannot be imposed if you avoided additional felony convictions or incarceration for five years after being released from prison.

Under California H&S 11366.5c, if you’re convicted of 11366.5a (managing a place for manufacture, storage and/or distribution of a controlled substance and have a prior conviction for the same charge, you can be sentenced to an additional two, three or four years in prison.

Prior drug convictions in California methamphetamine cases can add years to your sentence, so it’s up to your California defense attorney to aggressively fight both the underlying drug charge and any sentencing enhancements.

To learn more about aggressive defenses to methamphetamine charges, please contact experienced California criminal defense lawyers from The Kavinoky Law Firm today at 1.800.NO.CUFFS for a free consultation.

Heroin Charges

Heroin is a Schedule I drug under California Health and Safety code section H & S 11054 (c) (11)), and it is illegal to use, sell, possess to sell, and manufacture or process in California. Violations of these laws are felonies that carry significant prison time and other penalties.

If you’re facing a California heroin charge, it’s essential to have experienced California drug defense attorneys on your team fighting for your freedom. An experienced California drug lawyer from The Kavinoky Law Firm has the skills and knowledge needed to aggressively fight your heroin charge and ensure that your rights are protected.

California has determinate sentencing laws that spell out three possible prison terms for felony offenses — the lower, the middle and the upper term — expressed in months or years. The judge determines the sentence based on information such as aggravating and mitigating factors — issues that prompt the court to treat you more harshly or leniently.

These are the charges that can be filed in a California heroin case:

Code Section Charge Sentence 11350 Possession 16-2-3 11351 Possession for sale 2-3-4 11352 Sale (transport, import, furnish, administer, give away or offers) 3-4-5 11379.6 Manufacture (process, prepare, etc.) 3-5-7 plus $50,000 11355 Agrees to sell, then sells another substance in lieu of Misdemeanor or 16-2-3 11366.8a Possess or use false compartment in vehicle to store or transport Misdemeanor or 16-2-3 11366.8b Design or construct false compartment in vehicle to store or transport 16-2-3 11401 Analog of heroin (controlled substance) (i.e. substantially similar chemical structure or effect PC 182a1 Conspiracy to do any of the above Same as substantive charge 11532 Loitering in a public place with intent to commit a narcotics offense Misdemeanor B & P 4140 Possession of a hypodermic needle or syringe

The consequences of a heroin conviction can be extremely harsh, but it’s possible to fight these charges and win with the help of skilled California drug defense attorneys. The Kavinoky Law Firm will provide an experienced California drug lawyer that will take every step possible to protect you from the serious repercussions of a heroin conviction. To learn more, please contact us today at 1-800-NO-CUFFSfor a free consultation.

Unless a medical marijuana defense applies, activities that involve the sale, cultivation, transportation or possession (whether for personal use or for sale) of marijuana are illegal in California and are prosecuted as either misdemeanor or felony offenses. When any of these activities involves a minor, the offense will be automatically charged as a felony. In order to avoid the severe penalties that are associated with these types of convictions, it is critical that an individual accused of illegally engaging in marijuana activities with a minor contacts a California drug crime attorney who can begin building a vigorous defense.

Preparing for sale, selling or giving away marijuana will be charged as a felony when an adult engages in one of these activities with a minor. The penalties for these offenses range from three to nine years in the state prison for a first offense (depending on the age of the minor and on the location of the offense) and can result in lifetime incarceration if the offense is the defendant’s third.

Anyone 18 or over who prepares marijuana for sale on school grounds, a public playground, a child day care facility, a church or a synagogue or who sells or gives away marijuana to a minor upon those same grounds, upon grounds where schooling takes place or upon grounds whose facilities are open to children at any time when children are or may be present, faces a felony, punishable by five, seven or nine years in the state prison. This section only applies to an individual who is at least five years older than the minor to whom he or she engages in such an activity. It should be noted that an individual who suffers a conviction for this offense who has previously served two or more prison terms for specific drug offenses that involved minors may be imprisoned for life. The laws that regulate this sentencing scheme are technical, which is another reason why only a skilled criminal defense lawyer who regularly practices this area of law should be contacted when accused of such an offense.

Anyone 18 or over who prepares marijuana for sale in a public park or who sells or gives away marijuana to a minor under 14 in a public park, during open park hours, knowing that the minor is under 14, faces a felony, punishable by incarceration in the state prison for three, six or nine years.

Anyone 18 or over who hires, employs or uses a minor in unlawfully transporting, carrying, selling, offering to sell, giving away, preparing for sale or peddling marijuana, or who induces a minor to illegally use marijuana faces a felony, punishable by three, five or seven years in prison. The penalty is the same for furnishing, administering or giving away marijuana to a minor or for offering to do any of these activities.

Although criminal penalties won’t attach, it should be noted that an individual who owns, maintains or operates a business where drug paraphernalia is kept, displayed, sold, furnished, transferred or given away must keep a separate room for these items that excludes minors, unless they are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian. This section does not apply to pharmacists, doctors or others licensed by the California State Board of Pharmacy to sell or transfer drug paraphernalia. Violating this law provides grounds for revoking or not renewing a license, permit or other entitlement that allows such a business to operate.

California Marijuana and Drug Defense Lawyer

Clearly, the consequences for involving a minor in activities that deal with marijuana are severe and can be life changing. In order to best ensure that these possibilities don’t become a reality, it is vital that an individual accused of such an offense immediately contacts an experienced criminal attorney. The unsurpassed attorneys at The Kavinoky Law Firm specialize in California drug crime defense and are well equipped to present the most compelling arguments in order to protect the rights of their clients. Don’t wait – contact them today for a free consultation.

Chemical testing in a DUID case

Although driving under the influence of alcohol and marijuana cases are investigated in very similar ways in California, there are a few differences. One of the main disparities lies within the types of chemical tests that are available to each type of suspect. In this state, an alleged “drunk driver” has the choice of taking a blood or breath test, while an individual accused of driving under the influence of drugs (DUID) has the choice of a blood or urine test. Because prosecutors heavily rely on the results of the chemical test, it is critical that an individual accused of driving under the influence of marijuana hires an attorney who understands the science behind blood and urine tests and who can articulate their weaknesses in a drug case to the judge and jury.

A driving under the influence of marijuana investigation, unlike an alcohol-related DUI, does not provide the investigating officer with the opportunity to do an on-site reading of the driver’s marijuana measurement. In a typical D.U.I. of alcohol investigation, the officer generally has a hand-held instrument, known as a preliminary alcohol screening (PAS) device that immediately displays the driver’s blood alcohol content, letting the officer know that the driver is either above or below California’s legal limit. There is no such test for an individual suspected of driving under the influence of marijuana or any other drug, which means that a suspected driver is arrested for this offense before he or she even submits to a blood or urine test.

Implied consent laws regulate which tests are available under certain circumstances and state that an individual suspected of D.U.I.D. must choose either a blood or urine test. All drivers in this state “consented” to this upon obtaining their driver’s license and the refusal to provide a chemical test will result in additional penalties.

Positive test results established through either of these tests does not mean that an individual is necessarily guilty of driving under the influence of marijuana – a key point that a skilled DUI criminal defense lawyer knows and understands. This is because marijuana can be detected in one’s system long after any impairment has passed. It should be noted that this is one area of the law where California drivers are treated more leniently than drivers in several other states that have “zero tolerance” laws. An individual whose blood or urine test comes back positive for any marijuana in a zero tolerance state will automatically be declared “under the influence”. A knowledgeable attorney in California, however, understands that urine tests detect only certain metabolites of marijuana, which can linger in one’s body for days or even weeks after use. He or she also knows that blood tests are a better indicator, as they actually measure THC (the main active ingredient of marijuana), however, even a blood test can detect low levels for a day or more after use. As a result, an experienced criminal attorney will ensure that the judge and jury understand that an individual who theoretically used marijuana on a Monday could be arrested later in the week, long after the marijuana’s effects had worn off. It must be noted that the only issue in a D.U.I. case is whether the driver was under the influence at the time of driving.

Defenses are available to an individual who tests positive for marijuana use following an arrest for DUID, provided he or she hires a savvy attorney who knows the most convincing ways to employ them. The unsurpassed lawyers at The Kavinoky Law Firm excel in California DUID defense. They keep up-to-date with the latest laws, evidentiary rulings and science that are involved with these types of cases and have mastered the defenses that are available to an individual who has been charged with driving under the influence of marijuana. Their outstanding results speak for themselves. For the most trusted legal advice and excellent representation, contact The Kavinoky Law Firm today for a free consultation.

Proposition 215 and subsequent court rulings

In 1996, Californians passed Proposition 215, also known as the Compassionate Use Act, which legalizes marijuana for medical use. It allows sick Californians to use marijuana, provided they first obtain a doctor’s recommendation, and also provides doctors with a legal defense against professional or legal sanctions for recommending marijuana use.

Because Proposition 215 puts California’s law in direct conflict with federal law, litigation remains an issue when an individual is charged with marijuana use or cultivation, even if he or she claims that it was done for medicinal purposes. This is why it is so important for an individual charged with participating in any activity that is related to medical marijuana use to contact an attorney who has experience with this area of the law and who knows how to successfully resolve all issues in his or her client’s favor.

Proposition 215 was enacted to ensure that seriously ill Californians have the right to obtain and use marijuana for medical purposes where that use has been pre-approved by a doctor who has determined that the person’s health would benefit from the use of marijuana in the treatment of cancer, anorexia, AIDS, chronic pain, spasticity, glaucoma, arthritis, migraine, or any other illness for which marijuana provides relief. It further provides that patients and their primary caregivers who obtain and use marijuana for medicinal purposes, upon the recommendation of a doctor, are not subject to criminal prosecution. The law was designed so patients in medical need of marijuana would have safe and affordable access to the drug.

Since the passage of Proposition 215, there have been two noteworthy court cases. The first was in 1998 when the U.S. government sued the Oakland Cannabis Buyers’ Cooperative in federal court for violating federal law. The Supreme Court eventually heard the case and unanimously overturned Proposition 215 in May of 2001. It should be noted that even though the law was overturned by the Court, it still exists and litigation still ensues. The second case was heard in 2003 when an Oakland resident was brought up on federal drug charges. Even though he was growing marijuana for the sick and had the legal authority from the city to do so, the federal judge ruled that Proposition 215 was not valid under federal law and, as a result, didn’t permit Prop. 215 into evidence. The jury found the defendant guilty, although once they learned about California’s law following the conclusion of the case, they demanded that the defendant be granted a new trial.

There is much debate about whether federal law should necessarily be supreme to individual state’s laws with respect to medical marijuana. There are several House members who are trying to pass bills that would force the federal government to recognize state laws relating to medical marijuana and that would amend federal law to allow state laws relating to medicinal marijuana to be raised in federal court cases.

When a legal conflict exists (such as this one between state and federal law), and a case goes before a judge – either state or federal – his or her ruling is based on his or her legal interpretation of the laws. This is why it is critical that an individual accused of illegal marijuana activity employs an aggressive and knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer who knows how effectively convey the interpretation that favors his or her client. The outstanding criminal attorneys at The Kavinoky Law Firm are devoted to protecting the rights of their clients with skill and integrity. They have mastered drug defense and are well equipped to successfully tackle any issues that comes their way. With law offices throughout California, including several in Los Angeles, they are conveniently located to assist anyone in need of an experienced drug crime attorney. For the most trusted legal advice and unparalleled representation, contact them today for a free consultation.

Personal possession of marijuana – temporary possession for disposal

Personal possession of marijuana may be prosecuted as either a misdemeanor or as a felony, depending on what type of marijuana the accused possessed and how much of the drug was possessed. Although the consequences of this offense are not as severe as a possession of marijuana for sale charge, they are still serious, which is why an individual charged with this offense should immediately contact a skilled criminal defense lawyer who regularly defends California drug charges to immediately begin building a defense based on the specific facts of the alleged crime.

Temporary possession of marijuana for disposal is one of the defenses that a savvy attorney might employ in a personal possession case. California courts have held that “possession” means having actual control, care and management over something. Consequently, “control” that is passing, momentary or fleeting will not constitute “legal” possession and therefore, an individual’s temporary possession of marijuana for the sole purpose of disposing of it will not (without more incriminating evidence) be sufficient to sustain a personal possession charge.

It is up to a good criminal attorney to convince the judge and jury that the individual accused of possessing marijuana only did so because he or she was in the process of disposing of it. Examples of situations where this defense has worked include a case where the accused made an immediate statement to the police about his intent to dispose of the drug, a case where the accused was not under the influence of the drug and didn’t display any signs that he had used or sold the drug or was planning on using or selling the drug, a case where the accused discarded the drug because he had a feeling he was being “framed” by an ex-girlfriend, a case where the defendant placed the drugs in his car with the intent of disposing of them after they had been left at his house following a party and a case where the defendant only held the drugs long enough to flush them down the toilet. This defense will obviously only work in certain situations, but a creative attorney may be able to apply it in an unorthodox manner.

It should be noted that this defense does not apply to an individual who, fearing he or she is about to be apprehended, removes marijuana from his or her immediate possession. Because there is such a fine line that separates temporary possession for disposal from this type of scenario, only an experienced drug attorney should attempt to argue this defense, as an inexperienced attorney would likely not fully understand the distinction nor be able to effectively articulate it for a judge or jury.

While it is possible that this defense could apply to a possession of marijuana for sale charge (the most likely case scenario being that an individual was charged with constructive or joint possession of the drug), it would be an unlikely defense, especially if other circumstances (for example, paraphernalia, baggies, scales, etc.) corroborated an intent to sell the drug.

The outstanding criminal attorneys at The Kavinoky Law Firm specialize in California drug crime defense and know how to convince a judge and jury that momentary possession isn’t sufficiently related to the dangers that a possession charge is designed to punish. They have mastered this area of the law and are better equipped than anyone to defend an individual against a personal possession charge. With law offices throughout California (including several in the Los Angeles area), they are conveniently located for anyone in need of a vigorous defense. For more information about the defenses that apply to a personal possession charge, contact them today for a free consultation.

San Francisco County Drug Charge

A San Francisco County drug conviction carries extremely harsh punishment that often includes fines, asset forfeiture, registration as a narcotics offender and jail or prison time, so it’s essential that you act decisively by assembling a strong defense team.

If you’ve been arrested on a San Francisco County drug charge, you’re certainly not alone. Fortunately, it’s possible to mount an aggressive defense to a San Francisco County drug charge with the help of a skilled criminal defense lawyer. Our San Francisco County drug defense attorneys are well-versed in every aspect of fighting drug charges, and will thoroughly review the evidence in your drug case and develop a cutting-edge strategy to fight the charges.

Though drug laws are similar throughout California, there are different nuances within counties, court houses, and judges that may be used in your favor. Our team approach ensures that every drug case is managed by an entire team of local and knowledgeable San Francisco County attorneys. We will take care of everything.

Whether your San Francisco County drug charge is possession, sales or any other charge involving methamphetamine, powder cocaine, crack or base cocaine, heroin, marijuana, or PCP, it’s possible to mount a strong defense with the help of the right defense lawyer.

Some San Francisco County drug cases should be taken to trial, while others may be favorably resolved with a skillfully negotiated plea bargain that may result in alternative sentencing. Some forms of alternative sentencing that may be available to help you avoid incarceration in a San Francisco County drug case include deferred entry of judgment (DEJ), Proposition 36, and drug court.

A San Francisco County drug charge can negatively impact every part of your life, but fortunately you can aggressively fight your case with the help of a skilled attorney. If you’ve already been convicted of a drug charge, find out how we can get your criminal record expunged, so you that you may move on with your life without a blemish on your records. To learn more about strong defenses to felony drug charges, please contact an experienced San Francisco County defense attorney from The Kavinoky Law Firm today at 1.800.662.8337 for a free consultation.

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We proudly cover these areas of Greater San Francisco County:
Bayview District, Chinatown, Fort McDowell, Fort Winfield Scott, Ingleside, Marina District, Mission District, North Beach, Potrero District, Richmond District, San Francisco, Sunset District, Western Addition, Amanico Ergina Village, Banneker Homes, Bayside Village, Diamond Heights Village, Doelger City, Eldton, Forest Hill, Forest Knolls, Frederick Douglass Haynes Gardens, Friendship Village, Glenridge, Gold Mine Hill, Golden Gate Heights, Haight-Ashbury, Ingleside Heights, Ingleside Terrace, Jordan Park, Laguna Heights, Little Italy, Little Osaka, Loren Miller Homes, Malcolm X Square, Marcus Garvey Square, Martin Luther King Square, Merced Heights, Merced Manor, North Point Public Housing, Oceanview, Opera Plaza, Pacific Heights, Park Merced, Park View Commons, Presidio Terrace, Saint Francis Square, Saint Francis Wood, Seacliff, Sherwood Forest, Silver Terrace, Stonestown, Thomas Paine Square, Valencia Gardens, Victoria Mews, Village Square, Vista Del Monte, West Portal.

Orange County Drug Charge Extremely harsh punishment that often includes fines, asset forfeiture, registration as a narcotics offender and jail or prison time, so it’s essential that you act decisively by assembling a strong defense team.

If you’ve been arrested on an Orange County drug charge, you’re certainly not alone. Fortunately, it’s possible to mount an aggressive defense to an Orange County drug charge with the help of a skilled criminal defense lawyer. Our Orange County drug defense attorneys are well-versed in every aspect of fighting drug charges, and will thoroughly review the evidence in your drug case and develop a cutting-edge strategy to fight the charges.

Though drug laws are similar throughout California, there are different nuances within counties, court houses, and judges that may be used in your favor. Our team approach ensures that every drug case is managed by an entire team of local and knowledgeable Orange County attorneys. We will take care of everything.

Whether your Orange County drug charge is possession, sales or any other charge involving methamphetamine, powder cocaine, crack or base cocaine, heroin, marijuana, or PCP, it’s possible to mount a strong defense with the help of the right defense lawyer.

Some Orange County drug cases should be taken to trial, while others may be favorably resolved with a skillfully negotiated plea bargain that may result in alternative sentencing. Some forms of alternative sentencing that may be available to help you avoid incarceration in an Orange County drug case include deferred entry of judgment (DEJ), Proposition 36, and drug court.

An Orange County drug charge can negatively impact every part of your life, but fortunately you can aggressively fight your case with the help of a skilled attorney. If you’ve already been convicted of a drug charge, find out how we can get your criminal record expunged, so you that you may move on with your life without a blemish on your records. To learn more about strong defenses to felony drug charges, please contact an experienced Orange County defense attorney from The Kavinoky Law Firm today at 1.800.662.8337 for a free consultation.

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We proudly cover these areas of Greater Orange County:
Aliso Viejo, Anaheim, Brea, Buena Park, Costa Mesa, Cypress, Dana Point, Fountain Valley, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Irvine, La Habra, La Palma, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Woods, Lake Forest, Los Alamitos, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Orange, Placentia, Rancho Santa Margarita, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Seal Beach, Stanton, Tustin, Villa Park, Westminster, Yorba Linda.

 

Riverside County Drug Charge

A Riverside County drug conviction carries extremely harsh punishment that often includes fines, asset forfeiture, registration as a narcotics offender and jail or prison time, so it’s essential that you act decisively by assembling a strong defense team.

If you’ve been arrested on a Riverside County drug charge, you’re certainly not alone. Fortunately, it’s possible to mount an aggressive defense to a Riverside County drug charge with the help of a skilled criminal defense lawyer. Our Riverside County drug defense attorneys are well-versed in every aspect of fighting drug charges, and will thoroughly review the evidence in your drug case and develop a cutting-edge strategy to fight the charges.

Though drug laws are similar throughout California, there are different nuances within counties, court houses, and judges that may be used in your favor. Our team approach ensures that every drug case is managed by an entire team of local and knowledgeable Riverside County attorneys. We will take care of everything.

Whether your Riverside County drug charge is possession, sales or any other charge involving methamphetamine, powder cocaine, crack or base cocaine, heroin, marijuana, or PCP, it’s possible to mount a strong defense with the help of the right defense lawyer.

Some Riverside County drug cases should be taken to trial, while others may be favorably resolved with a skillfully negotiated plea bargain that may result in alternative sentencing. Some forms of alternative sentencing that may be available to help you avoid incarceration in a Riverside County drug case include deferred entry of judgment (DEJ), Proposition 36, and drug court.

A Riverside County drug charge can negatively impact every part of your life, but fortunately you can aggressively fight your case with the help of a skilled attorney. If you’ve already been convicted of a drug charge, find out how we can get your criminal record expunged, so you that you may move on with your life without a blemish on your records. To learn more about strong defenses to felony drug charges, please contact an experienced Riverside County defense attorney from The Kavinoky Law Firm today at 1.800.662.8337 for a free consultation.

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We proudly cover these areas of Greater Riverside County:
Carlsbad, Chula Vista, Coronado, Del Mar, El Cajon, Encinitas (Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Leucadia, Olivenhain), Escondido, Imperial Beach, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, National City, Oceanside (San Luis Rey), Poway, Riverside, San Marcos, Santee, Solana Beach, Vista, 4S Ranch, Agua Caliente Springs, Alpine, Barrett, Blossom Valley, Bonita, Bonsall, Borrego Springs, Bostonia, Boulevard, Camp Pendleton North, Camp Pendleton South, Campo, Canebrake, Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, Crest, Cuyamaca, Dehesa, Del Dios, De Luz, Descanso, Dulzura, Eucalyptus Hills, Fairbanks Ranch, Fallbrook, Fernbrook, Flinn Springs, Granite Hills, Guatay, Harbison Canyon, Hidden Meadows, Jacumba, Jamul, Julian, La Presa, Lake Morena, Lake San Marcos, Lakeside, Lincoln Acres, Live Oak Springs, Manzanita, Mount Laguna, Pine Hills, Pine Valley, Potrero, Pueblo Siding, Rainbow, Ramona, Ranchita, Rancho Riverside, Rancho Santa Fe, Rincon, Riverside Country Estates, San Elijo Hills, Santa Ysabel, Shelter Valley, Spring Valley, Tecate, Tierra del Sol, Valley Center, Vallecitos, Warner Springs, Winter Gardens.
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San Diego County Drug Charge

A San Diego County drug conviction carries extremely harsh punishment that often includes fines, asset forfeiture, registration as a narcotics offender and jail or prison time, so it’s essential that you act decisively by assembling a strong defense team.

If you’ve been arrested on a San Diego County drug charge, you’re certainly not alone. Fortunately, it’s possible to mount an aggressive defense to a San Diego County drug charge with the help of a skilled criminal defense lawyer. Our San Diego County drug defense attorneys are well-versed in every aspect of fighting drug charges, and will thoroughly review the evidence in your drug case and develop a cutting-edge strategy to fight the charges.

Though drug laws are similar throughout California, there are different nuances within counties, court houses, and judges that may be used in your favor. Our team approach ensures that every drug case is managed by an entire team of local and knowledgeable San Diego County attorneys. We will take care of everything.

Whether your San Diego County drug charge is possession, sales or any other charge involving methamphetamine, powder cocaine, crack or base cocaine, heroin, marijuana, or PCP, it’s possible to mount a strong defense with the help of the right defense lawyer.

Some San Diego County drug cases should be taken to trial, while others may be favorably resolved with a skillfully negotiated plea bargain that may result in alternative sentencing. Some forms of alternative sentencing that may be available to help you avoid incarceration in a San Diego County drug case include deferred entry of judgment (DEJ), Proposition 36, and drug court.

A San Diego County drug charge can negatively impact every part of your life, but fortunately you can aggressively fight your case with the help of a skilled attorney. If you’ve already been convicted of a drug charge, find out how we can get your criminal record expunged, so you that you may move on with your life without a blemish on your records. To learn more about strong defenses to felony drug charges, please contact an experienced San Diego County defense attorney from The Kavinoky Law Firm today at 1.800.662.8337 for a free consultation.

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We proudly cover these areas of Greater San Diego County:
Carlsbad, Chula Vista, Coronado, Del Mar, El Cajon, Encinitas (Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Leucadia, Olivenhain), Escondido, Imperial Beach, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, National City, Oceanside (San Luis Rey), Poway, San Diego, San Marcos, Santee, Solana Beach, Vista, 4S Ranch, Agua Caliente Springs, Alpine, Barrett, Blossom Valley, Bonita, Bonsall, Borrego Springs, Bostonia, Boulevard, Camp Pendleton North, Camp Pendleton South, Campo, Canebrake, Casa de Oro-Mount Helix, Crest, Cuyamaca, Dehesa, Del Dios, De Luz, Descanso, Dulzura, Eucalyptus Hills, Fairbanks Ranch, Fallbrook, Fernbrook, Flinn Springs, Granite Hills, Guatay, Harbison Canyon, Hidden Meadows, Jacumba, Jamul, Julian, La Presa, Lake Morena, Lake San Marcos, Lakeside, Lincoln Acres, Live Oak Springs, Manzanita, Mount Laguna, Pine Hills, Pine Valley, Potrero, Pueblo Siding, Rainbow, Ramona, Ranchita, Rancho San Diego, Rancho Santa Fe, Rincon, San Diego Country Estates, San Elijo Hills, Santa Ysabel, Shelter Valley, Spring Valley, Tecate, Tierra del Sol, Valley Center, Vallecitos, Warner Springs, Winter Gardens.
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