Drug Charges
Can law enforcement search my vehicle for drugs?
Obtaining evidence of a drug crime is often essential to a prosecutor’s case. Without this evidence, the prosecutor may not be able to establish the elements of the crime necessary for a conviction. Under the Fourth Amendment, police officers are required to obtain a...
What drugs qualify as DUI in California?
At this point, we all know that drinking and driving is against the law across the country. However, what you may not know is that other substances can qualify you for a DUI charge in Newport Beach, California, as well. DUI for drugs and alcohol Depending on the drug,...
More information on flying with marijuana products
Readers may know that flying with marijuana products is not a good idea, even though you likely will not be arrested. We discussed this topic in a prior popular post. However, there are some additional questions that were not answered in that post, which we will...
Guilty plea reduces sentence for father charged with child abuse
Child abuse triggers an instinctive response, especially for parents. When those inherently entrusted by biology and law to ensure a child’s safety allegedly go beyond the accepted practices, many wonder what could underlie such action. A father who pled guilty to...
How does the federal government classify dangerous drugs?
While all federal drug crimes are serious, the severity of penalties depends on which federal schedule the drugs at issue fall under. The more dangerous the drug, the more severe the penalties. Generally, federal drug schedules are based on whether there is an...
Fentanyl crimes could soon have harsher penalties in California
An arrest for any crime in Newport Beach and throughout California can be the catalyst to a litany of personal and professional problems. If these allegations are related to drugs and reach the felony level, those who are accused must be aware of the challenges they...
An overview of California’s drug possession laws
Many Californians know that the state has laws against both the possession and distribution of illegal drugs, but few understand the exact distinction or the different penalties applicable to each offense. This post will provide an overview of California’s drug laws...
An overview of the five federal drug schedules
When it comes to drug crimes not all drugs are treated the same. Federal law classifies drugs into five different schedules for the purposes of prosecuting drug crimes. The most serious crimes involve Schedule I drugs, going down to Schedule V drugs. The following is...
An overview of federal drug schedules
Sometimes we get mixed up with the wrong crowd or end up in a difficult situation. Some of these situations involve the use, production or distribution of illegal drugs. Federal law identifies five classes of controlled substances and the penalties you will face for...