Drug Crimes Defense Attorney in Plano

Possession With Intent to Distribute

With increased pressure to wage war on drugs, many Texas law enforcement officials are now prosecuting people with a more serious "possession with intent to distribute" charge instead of simple drug possession. Sometimes the threat of this more severe charge is used as leverage to persuade defendants to testify against other people accused of drug possession for a deal or plea bargain. If you've been charged with possession with intent to distribute, it's vitally important that you seek experienced representation from a Plano drug crimes defense lawyer before you speak to investigators to help protect your rights and best interests. Don't be bullied or coerced into a confession when qualified attorney Jason Zendeh Del could have many possible defense strategies at his disposal.

How Is Possession With Intent to Distribute Different from Simple Possession?

Many times prosecution uses highly circumstantial factors when deciding to charge you with intent to distribute. Sometimes you are charged because of the amount of drugs found on your person or on your property. Other times items such as scales, plastic bags, weapons, and cash could be factors. Since law enforcement officials are often especially eager to prosecute drug crimes, it's especially important to seek representation early in the criminal process for drug crimes like possession with intent to distribute. Depending on quantity and type of controlled substance, if you are convicted of felony possession with intent to distribute charges you could be facing years in prison with hefty fines and possibly a felony conviction on your record. A felony conviction on your record could haunt you for years and could limit your employment opportunities long after you serve your jail time.