A drug crime or offense is a criminal act involving the use, sale, or distribution of illegal narcotics.  Pasadena drug charges cover a wide array of drug offenses which include:  drug possession, possession with intent to sell, possession of drug paraphernalia, drug distribution, drug manufacturing, drug trafficking, and prescription fraud.  The most common types of drug charges involve narcotics such as marijuana, heroin, cocaine, Oxycontin, and Methamphetamines.       

Pasadena Drug Laws
Pasadena drug laws make it illegal for any person to sell, use, or distribute illegal narcotics.  Any person who violates these laws will be subject to a variety of legal consequences if they are convicted.  When a person is charged with a drug crime, his/her charges will depend upon the type of drug involved, the amount of drug involved, his/her prior convictions, and also if he/she involved a minor in the commission of the drug crime.  If the person involved a minor or has prior drug offenses, he/she will be subject to enhanced criminal charges.     

Drug Crime Legal Consequences
Once a person is convicted of a drug crime in Pasadena, he/she may be sentenced with:

• jail time
• monetary fines
• probation
• community service
• mandatory drug and alcohol school
• loss of the right to own/carry a firearm
• loss of the right to vote

People who have been charged with a drug crime in Pasadena or surrounding areas need to take their criminal offense seriously.  A drug crime conviction can lead to the person having a negative mark on his/her criminal record.  If a person’s criminal record is damaged, he/she may have a hard time obtaining employment, housing, and education opportunities.  Drug crime convictions can have a lasting, irreversible impact on the offender’s future way of living. 

Pasadena Drug Crime Defense Attorneys
If you have been charged with a drug crime in Pasadena, the best thing you can do is contact the Law Offices of Donald P. Schweitzer.  Our criminal defense attorneys have helped countless clients facing drug charges in Pasadena and surrounding areas.  When you work with the Law Offices of Donald P. Schweitzer, you can be assured that you are retaining the services of well-qualified, professional lawyers.  During your initial consultation, our legal team will take the time to discuss your case with you, review your legal options, and advise you of your rights.