Chesapeake Drug Defense Attorney
Every drug charge is a serious matter. A conviction for drug distribution or trafficking could result in a significant period of incarceration, court-ordered drug treatment, probation, court fines and other serious penalties. Even a conviction for simple drug possession could result in serious penalties and may significantly impact your future employment opportunities.
If you have been charged with a drug crime, protect your rights by retaining an experienced criminal defense lawyer. For a strong defense to drug charges in the Hampton Roads-Tidewater area, contact the law office of Gary B. Allison in Virginia Beach. We defend clients against a wide range of drug charges, including:
- Drug possession
- Prescription drug crimes
- Drug distribution, sales and trafficking
- Drug manufacturing and cultivation charges
- Possession of drug paraphernalia
Whether you have been charged with possession of a small amount of marijuana or face charges for a high-level felony offense for drug manufacturing or trafficking, we can help. Let us put our experience to work for you.
Experience Matters
Attorney Gary B. Allison, a former prosecutor with more than 35 years of legal trial experience, handles each case at our firm. As a seasoned defense attorney and former prosecutor, Mr. Allison understands that drug cases are often based on a questionable evidentiary foundation, which may include evidence obtained as a result of an unconstitutional search and seizure, testimony of witnesses or confidential informants with questionable motives or credibility, and audio or video evidence that may be difficult to decipher.
By carefully reviewing the facts of each case and identifying potential defenses available to our clients, we seek to obtain the most favorable outcome possible. In some cases, that may mean a dismissal or an acquittal. In other cases, our diligence may better enable our clients to obtain the leverage necessary to obtain a more favorable plea agreement that minimizes adverse consequences arising from drug charges.
Each Case Is Unique
We understand that each case and each client are unique. If you are a first offender facing a low-level drug charge, for example, we may be able to help you avoid a criminal conviction by reaching an agreement with the prosecution that enables you to take advantage of the first offender program.
If you are a doctor, nurse or pharmacist who has been accused of a prescription drug crime, or any other individual who has a professional license, a drug conviction could cost you your job and your license. If you are charged with a serious felony like drug distribution, marijuana cultivation or narcotics trafficking, your main concern may be the possibility of serving significant time in prison.
We take time to listen to our clients, explain their rights and help them understand the terms of any plea agreement the prosecution has offered. When it is in a client's best interests to aggressively fight criminal charges in the courtroom, attorney Gary B. Allison is a skilled and experienced trial lawyer who is prepared to advocate passionately on his client's behalf.
Serving the Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Hampton Roads-Tidewater Area
To speak with a Virginia Beach drug charges attorney, contact the law office of Gary B. Allison at 757-828-4893 or contact us by e-mail.
