Controlled Substances Criminal Defense in Colorado

Colorado’s drug laws are complex, and the penalties you face can range from probation to spending years in prison. Even if you avoid incarceration, a conviction for even a minor drug offense can have serious consequences—it could affect your ability to find employment, get access to government benefits, and harm your reputation. If you are facing a drug charge, a criminal defense lawyer from Rodemer I Kane can help you find the best way forward.

Deep Experience in Handling All Types of Drug Cases

Not all drug charges are equal. Despite shifting attitudes and changing legislation, drug offenses are still some of the most serious criminal charges you can face. The type and amount of drugs involved in your case can make a tremendous difference in the crime you are charged with and the potential penalties you face. You need a criminal defense lawyer who knows Colorado’s controlled substance laws and how to get a fair result. We routinely handle felony and misdemeanor cases involving the following types of controlled substances:

• Heroin
• Fentanyl
• Hydrocodone and oxycodone
• MDMA (“ecstasy” or “molly”)
• Cocaine
• LSD
• Methamphetamine

Whatever charges you may be facing, whether they be felony drug charges or misdemeanor drug charges, a criminal defense lawyer from our firm can help you navigate the system and obtain a fair outcome.

Possession Charges

It is against the law to knowingly possess a controlled substance. This includes both actual and constructive possession:

• Actual possession – the drugs are found on your person, such as in your pocket
• Constructive possession – the drugs are found in an area within your control, such as your home or vehicle

Possession can be charged as either a felony or a misdemeanor, depending on the type of drug in your possession. A Schedule I or II controlled substance (such as heroin or meth) is a Level 4 drug felony, whereas other scheduled controlled substances are Level 1 drug misdemeanors.

Manufacturing, Selling, or Trafficking Controlled Substances

Charges related to the sale, distribution, or manufacture of controlled substances are generally much more severe than possession cases. Note that you can be charged with one of these offenses if you are caught actually engaged in the prohibited activity but also if you intend to engage in the prohibited activity. For example, you can be charged with the distribution of a controlled substance if law enforcement believes you were actually selling drugs, but you can also be charged with a crime if they believe that you intended to engage in the distribution of drugs.

It is important to remember that you are innocent until you are proven guilty. An experienced criminal lawyer can challenge the prosecution’s evidence and work with you to develop an aggressive defense strategy.

Call Rodemer I Kane if You Are Facing a Drug Charge

The sooner you get help, the stronger your defense will be. Do not delay and jeopardize your future. Call or email us today to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case and your rights.