Drug Offenses

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Knoxville Drug Crime Defense Attorneys

Experienced Defense for Drug Offenses in Tennessee

If you are facing charges, criminal defense is a crucial component of your legal strategy. If you have been charged with a drug offense, it is important that you seek legal representation as soon as possible. Stephens & DiRado, LLP can help you fight your charges and protect your rights. We have a deep understanding of Tennessee's drug laws and we are prepared to use that knowledge to fight for your best interests.

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Drug Crimes in Tennessee

Tennessee has very strict laws on drug crimes. Depending on the type of drug involved, the amount, and the circumstances, you could be facing charges for a misdemeanor or a felony. If you have been charged with a drug offense, you need to contact an attorney right away. You have a limited amount of time to request a drug possession test from the police, so time is of the essence.

Our legal team can help you with any type of drug crime charges, including:

  • Marijuana possession: Marijuana possession is a misdemeanor in Tennessee. If you are caught with a half ounce or less, you could be facing up to a year in jail and a $2,500 fine. If you are caught with between half an ounce and one and a half ounces, you could face up to one year in jail and a $3,000 fine. If you are caught with more than one and a half ounces, you could face up to one to six years in jail and a $10,000 fine.
  • Marijuana possession with intent to sell: If you are caught with marijuana with the intention of selling it, you could face up to six years in jail and a $10,000 fine.
  • Cocaine possession: Cocaine possession is a Class A misdemeanor in Tennessee. If you are caught with less than half an ounce, you could face up to one year in jail and a $2,500 fine. If you are caught with between half an ounce and one and a half ounces, you could face up to one year in jail and a $3,000 fine. If you are caught with more than one and a half ounces, you could face up to one to six years in jail and a $10,000 fine.
  • Cocaine possession with intent to sell: If you are caught with cocaine with the intention of selling it, you could face up to six years in jail and a $10,000 fine.
  • Heroin possession: Heroin possession is a Class A misdemeanor in Tennessee. If you are caught with less than half an ounce, you could face up to one year in jail and a $2,500 fine. If you are caught with between half an ounce and one and a half ounces, you could face up to one year in jail and a $3,000 fine. If you are caught with more than one and a half ounces, you could face up to one to six years in jail and a $10,000 fine.
  • Heroin possession with intent to sell: If you are caught with heroin with the intention of selling it, you could face up to six years in jail and a $10,000 fine.
  • Prescription drug possession: Prescription drug possession is a Class A misdemeanor in Tennessee. If you are caught with less than one and a half ounces, you could face up to one year in jail and a $2,500 fine. If you are caught with between one and a half ounces and five and a half ounces, you could face up to one year in jail and a $3,000 fine. If you are caught with more than five and a half ounces, you could face up to one to six years in jail and a $10,000 fine.
  • Prescription drug possession with intent to sell: If you are caught with prescription drugs with the intention of selling them, you could face up to six years in jail and a $10,000 fine.

Our legal team at Stephens & DiRado, LLP has a comprehensive understanding of Tennessee's drug laws. We are prepared to fight for your rights and help you fight your charges. We understand that criminal charges can have a significant impact on your life. We know that you need a strong advocate to help you fight your charges and protect your future.

Types of Drug Tests in Tennessee Drug Crimes Cases

When facing drug charges, it is important to know what evidence the prosecution has against you. In Tennessee, law enforcement has the right to request a drug test from you. This is called an implied consent test. You have the right to refuse this test, but doing so could result in additional charges and penalties. Our drug crime defense attorneys can help you understand your rights and the potential

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