Drug Charges

Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

Driving Under the Influence of Drugs/Controlled Substances

Possession/Distribution/Sale/Manufacture

Marijuana

Cocaine

Heroin

Methamphetamine

Hallucinogens (mushrooms, LSD, etc.)

Synthetic drugs (K2, bath salts, spice, etc.)

Prescription medication (oxycodone, oxycontin, percocet, etc.)

Schedule I controlled substances

Schedule II controlled substances

Were You or Someone You Know Arrested For Possessing, Buying, Or Selling Drugs?

Drug crimes in Minnesota range from petty misdemeanors to serious felonies, which means that the method of defending these cases varies greatly. The basis for the charge typically revolves around the amount and type of the alleged controlled substance and the defendant’s alleged involvement with the controlled substance. Possession is typically, but not always, less serious than distribution. Likewise, sale or manufacture charges are typically more serious than mere possession.

Drug charges can also become more severe due to the presence of aggravating factors, a weapon, prior convictions, and more.

What types of drug cases does the firm handle?

Wilson & Clas handles all types of drug-related crimes and has experience successfully defending drug charges throughout Minnesota. In Minnesota, drugs charges are usually the product of either having drugs (possession), making drugs (manufacture/production), or selling drugs (distribution/sale).

This includes:

• Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

• Controlled Substance Sales

• Marijuana

• Cocaine

• Heroin

• Hallucinogens (mushrooms, LSD, etc.)

• Methamphetamine

• Synthetic drugs (K2, bath salts, spice, etc.)

• Prescription medication (oxycodone, oxycontin, percocet, etc.)

• Schedule I controlled substances

• Schedule II controlled substances

• Driving under the influence of a controlled substance (including marijuana)

Because drugs cases can involve such serious consequences, Wilson launches a serious investigation of all facts and circumstances in mounting a serious defense. This includes fighting to dismiss the charges or reduce the charges by making sure that the police didn’t break the law and the prosecutor plays by the rules.

There are significant defenses available in drug cases ranging from prescription defenses to legal challenges to police actions in executing searches and seizures. Trial by jury is also always an option.

What happens if I am convicted of a drug offense?

Convictions following an arrest for possession of drugs, manufacture of drugs, or sale of drugs can be life-changing. Prosecutors often demand stiff jail or prison sentences, and the collateral consequences can be equally as tough, including lifelong negative impacts to your employment and housing. Consequences can include:

• Prison or Jail sentences

• Significant probation

• Drug testing

• Court-ordered abstinence from the use of drugs and alcohol

• Fines

• Chemical dependency treatment

• Mandatory testing for drug and alcohol use

• Ineligibility for student aid or financial aid

• Loss of housing/ineligibility for housing

• Forfeiture of property

• A criminal conviction/record that makes it hard to find or maintain a job, and find suitable housing.

Driving Under the Influence of Drugs

Driving under the influence of drugs like marijuana, cocaine, or meth is a significant criminal offense that can—in addition to the above—result in the suspension, revocation, or cancellation of a person’s driving privileges.

Likewise, possession of a weapon while committing a drug crime can significantly impact the court’s sentence if you are convicted.

Contact Wilson & Clas at 612-910-2104 for a FREE consultation with an experience drug defense attorney if you or someone you know have been accused of committing any sort of drug crime, or submit an online inquiry here.