Plano Drug Crimes Defense Lawyer

The Criminal Process

Being arrested for a drug crime can be a dramatic, life-altering event. If convicted it's possible that you face heavy fines, jail or prison time, and diminished employment opportunities. The sooner you contact a Plano drug crimes defense attorney, the better your chances are that your rights will be observed throughout the criminal proceedings. The Zendeh Del Law Firm has helped hundreds of clients charged with serious crimes, and the firm wants to help mount an aggressive defense in your drug crimes case. Below is some information on the general criminal trial process. If you have any questions please contact our offices to speak with Plano drug crimes defense attorney Jason Zendeh Del.

The Arrest

Being Arrested in Plano for a drug crime can be a frightening experience. Perhaps you were arrested at the scene of a crime (or soon after), or maybe you were arrested based on a sworn complaint or an indictment by a grand jury. If you have been arrested, the first and foremost thing to remember is to observe your right to remain silent. Everything you say, even before you have been taken into custody or read your rights, could be used against you in a court of law. Law enforcement officials could try to convince you to "cooperate" or to answer their questions. It might be tempting to try to "tell your side of the story," but before you say anything to investigators it's crucial you have the advice of an experienced Plano drug crimes defense lawyer. Call the Zendeh Del Law Firm.  Attorney Jason Zendeh Del could help mount an aggressive defense to these charges immediately.

The Arraignment

An arraignment is a court appearance usually made within a few days of your arrest. During an arraignment you'll be asked to enter a "plea" to the crime you have been charged with. It's vital that you speak with an attorney before you enter this plea so you have a complete understanding of your rights before you enter your plea to the charges. Also, bail is set during an arraignment.

Pre-Trial Conference

A pre-trial conference is a mandatory meeting between your attorney and the prosecutor of the case. During this time it's especially beneficial to have a drug crimes defense lawyer fighting for your case, because pre-trial conferences are when plea bargains can be discussed. Depending upon your unique case, it may be wise to make a plea bargain to have the charges reduced to a lesser crime.

The Trial

If you do not wish to make a plea bargain, or if a plea bargain between the prosecution and the defense isn't reached, the case goes to trial. Every defendant has the right to a trial by jury, and it's crucial that you have a lawyer experienced in taking cases to trial. Mr. Zendeh Del has taken hundreds of cases to trial, and strives to skillfully and forcefully defend every client's case in court. The trial opens with both sides make opening statements, and then each side can call upon witness testimony. Prosecutors often call police officers to testify, and since police offers are usually very experienced witnesses it's vital that you have a seasoned attorney who can compellingly cross-examine the prosecution's witnesses.