When You Are Charged With a Drug Offense
After being arrested for a drug crime, fighting to stay out of jail is not your only concern. A conviction can not only harm your reputation, but it can also ruin your career, make you ineligible for student loans and prevent you from renting an apartment. Conviction for even a misdemeanor drug offense also means the loss of your driver's license.
What you need is an experienced advocate who understands Texas and federal drug laws, as well as how local courts and prosecutors deal with drug charges. That is what I do. My name is Derek W. Emmons. I have nearly 15 years of experience defending clients charged with misdemeanor and felony drug offenses in the state and federal courts.
For experienced and aggressive criminal defense, call 210-775-1181 or 877-847-4025.
Bexar County Drug Possession Defense Lawyer
Representing the accused in the San Antonio area, I handle a range of drug-related cases, including:
- Being under the influence of drugs
- Drug sales
- Drug possession for personal use
- Drug distribution
- Drug cultivation
- Drug trafficking
- Possession of drug paraphernalia
- Illegal sale and possession of prescription drugs
Whether your case involves marijuana, cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, codeine, Xanax or another substance, I will strive to eliminate the impact of the charge.
Thorough Investigation
A drug crime charge is serious, but that does not mean you should give up hope. As your attorney, I will investigate all aspects of your case, asking questions such as:
- Did the arresting officer have probable cause to stop you?
- Did the police engage in illegal search and seizure?
- Did the prosecution elevate your charge from a misdemeanor to a felony without good reason?
A thorough and insightful defense will show the prosecution how serious I am about winning your case at trial. However, when appropriate, I can seek deferred adjudication, which allows for the dismissal of your case after completion of probation. After a period of time, you may request a nondisclosure, which seals your criminal record to the public.
San Antonio Drug Crimes Attorney
Charged with a drug crime? Now is the time to take action. Contact me for a free confidential consultation.
My office is located one block east of San Antonio Community College. Free parking is available. My hours are 8:30 to 5:30, Monday through Friday. However, I will provide my cell phone number so you can get in touch with me when necessary. Evening and weekend consultations are available by appointment.
Office staff speaks Spanish.
Credit cards accepted.
