How Do You Beat Drug Charges in Minnesota - 4 Steps to Success

Is it possible? The short answer is yes.  It is possible to beat drug crimes charges in St. Paul, Minneapolis or anywhere else in Minnesota. However, just hoping things will go away simply isn’t the answer.   The world doesn’t work like that. You must understand that your rights, your livelihood, your career, your family, your whole life is on the line. You must also take proactive steps immediately. While there are a lot of steps that are necessary, there are four that you should take now.   

1. Sit down with an experienced drug crimes criminal defense attorney

Having somebody in your corner to guide you, warn you about mistakes and pitfalls and to just let you know what is coming may be critical. In the criminal justice system, drug crimes can come with extraordinarily serious consequences with felonies being charges even for very small amounts. What would a felony do to your future?  Drug charges, possession charges, are frequently based upon type and amount, anywhere from 5th degree to 1st degree. In addition, allegations of sales changes the equation dramatically. Contact St. Paul based Jack Rice Defense for a free confidential consultation. 

2. Do not discuss your case with anybody else.  

When we say nobody, we mean it.  First and foremost, the police are not your friends, aren’t trying to help you and don’t simply want to get your side of the story.  They are building a case and they want you to help them build it.  Do not fall for that.  Second, do not talk to anybody else including the accuser in this case. Anything that you say could be misunderstood, misconstrued and used against you. This is critical. Talking to an experienced criminal defense lawyer is confidential and may be the most important move you make at this stage. Also, it is critical to understand what kinds of drugs possession and/or drug distribution charges you might face. 

“The police are not your friends, aren’t trying to help you and don’t simply want to get your side of the story.  They are building a case and they want you to help them build it.  Do not fall for that.” 

Drug charges, possession charges, are frequently based upon type and amount, anywhere from 5th degree to 1st degree. In addition, allegations of sales changes the equation dramatically. When in doubt, shut your mouth.

3. Do not wait for charges to come

It is almost always true that the earlier you can talk to an experienced Minnesota drug crimes lawyer, the better.  Before charges, your lawyer can protect you from police interrogations and trick and may also be able to get ahead of the investigation or at least understand what is happening and what may be coming in the near future.  St. Paul based Drug Crimes Lawyer Jack Rice Defense regularly represents people before they have been charged with serious drug possession or sale allegations and has successfully been able to avoid the charges themselves. This is called pre-charge representation.

If you are or might be facing 5th degree possession or 1st degree sale, it is easy to feel paralyzed. After all, it is not just about your freedom. It can also be about your reputation, your livelihood, your family and more. However, you should know that all is not lost.  

4. Hire a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist and experienced criminal defense counsel who can create a comprehensive defense

It is important to remember that  just because somebody said you did something doesn’t mean its true. People make false allegations all of the time and it is possible to beat a violent criminal allegation.  However, it doesn’t happen magically or without effort.  And frequently, justice doesn’t just “prevail.”  It takes experience, expertise, talent, education, the right facts and the right lawyer.   

St. Paul based Drug Crimes Attorney Jack Rice has been fighting these kinds of allegations in Minnesota for decades and has an award winning track record.  Don’t just put your representation into anybody’s hands.  Go with the best. Drug Crimes lawyer Jack Rice is a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist and has an award winning track record. Contact Jack Rice Defense for a free confidential consultation or call 651-447-7650 or 612-227-1339.