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How an Ohio Attorney Can Help Get Your Drug Charges Dropped

Are you facing drug charges in Ohio? Don’t lose hope. A knowledgeable defense attorney can protect your rights and work tirelessly to have the charges against you reduced or even dismissed entirely. Here’s what you need to know about the methods and strategies a defense lawyer can use on your behalf.

In Ohio, drug charges vary widely based on factors like the type and amount of the substance involved, the location of the offense, and any prior criminal record. Here are some common examples:

  • Drug possession and aggravated drug possession (Ohio Revised Code § 2925.11)
  • Drug trafficking and aggravated trafficking in drugs (R.C. § 2925.03)
  • Drug manufacturing or cultivation (R.C. § 2925.04)
  • Permitting drug abuse (R.C. § 2925.13)
  • Drug paraphernalia possession or use (R.C. § 2925.14)
  • Deception to obtain dangerous drugs (R.C. § 2925.22)
  • Illegal assembly or possession of chemicals for drug manufacturing (R.C. § 2925.041)
  • Corrupting another with drugs (R.C. § 2925.02)
  • Illegal processing of drug documents (R.C. § 2925.23)
  • Endangering children by driving under the influence of drugs (R.C. § 2919.22])
  • Funding and aggravated funding of drug trafficking (R.C. § 2925.05)

Potential Penalties for Ohio Drug Crime Convictions

Ohio drug crime convictions carry a range of penalties that depend on the circumstances. Convictions for minor drug possession often lead to misdemeanor charges, which can result in fines and short jail sentences. More severe offenses like trafficking or manufacturing drugs often involve felony charges with harsher penalties, including longer prison sentences and steep fines. In some cases, courts impose mandatory drug treatment or community service as part of sentencing. A conviction can also lead to a criminal record, which can limit future employment and housing opportunities.

Defense Strategies for Drug Charges

If you face drug charges in Ohio, your defense attorney might use various approaches based on the unique facts of your situation. Below are some common defense strategies in Ohio drug cases:

  • Illegal Search and Seizure: If law enforcement obtained evidence through an unlawful search or without a proper warrant, a defense attorney could argue that the evidence isn’t admissible.
  • Lack of Possession: If the drugs were found in a shared space or on someone else’s property, a lawyer might argue that the drugs did not belong to you.
  • Chain of Custody Issues: If there are gaps in how the evidence for your case was handled, stored, or transferred, a lawyer can argue that it may have been tampered with or compromised.
  • Lack of Intent: For trafficking or intent-to-distribute cases, a lawyer could demonstrate a lack of intent to reduce the charge to a lesser possession offense.
  • Lab Testing Issues: If the prosecution fails to provide valid test results or if the tests show a substance different from the charges, this could weaken the case against you.
  • Mistaken Identity: In cases where law enforcement conducted arrests based on physical descriptions or eyewitness accounts, mistaken identity could serve as a defense.

Contact an Ohio Drug Defense Lawyer Now

If you face drug charges in Ohio, contact The Law Offices of Saia, Marrocco & Jensen Inc. for a free initial consultation. Our attorneys can discuss your case, explain your options, and work tirelessly to build a defense that fits your situation. Call (614) 444-3036 or contact us online to get started and take the first step toward protecting your rights and future.
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