Drug Possession Attorney

Drug Possession Defense Attorney in Suffolk County, New York

Being charged with drug possession in Suffolk County can result in serious criminal penalties including jail time, substantial fines, a permanent criminal record, and consequences that affect every aspect of your life. New York’s drug laws are complex and carry harsh penalties that increase dramatically based on the type and quantity of drugs involved. Whether you’re facing charges for possession of marijuana, cocaine, heroin, prescription drugs, or other controlled substances, you need an experienced attorney who understands New York’s drug laws and knows how to build an effective defense. Attorney Michael Brown is Suffolk County’s most experienced drug possession defense lawyer, with a proven track record of successfully defending clients against all types of drug possession charges.

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Understanding New York’s Drug Possession Laws

New York classifies controlled substances into five schedules based on their potential for abuse, accepted medical use, and likelihood of causing dependence. Drug possession offenses are primarily governed by Article 220 of the New York Penal Law, which establishes different degrees of possession based on the type and weight of the controlled substance.

The Five Drug Schedules

Schedule I: Drugs with high potential for abuse and no accepted medical use, including heroin, LSD, psilocybin (mushrooms), ecstasy (MDMA), and others.

Schedule II: Drugs with high potential for abuse but some accepted medical use, including cocaine, methamphetamine, oxycodone, fentanyl, morphine, and methadone.

Schedule III: Drugs with moderate potential for abuse, including ketamine, anabolic steroids, and certain codeine preparations.

Schedule IV: Drugs with lower potential for abuse, including Xanax (alprazolam), Valium (diazepam), Ativan (lorazepam), and Ambien (zolpidem).

Schedule V: Drugs with the lowest potential for abuse, including certain cough preparations with small amounts of codeine.

The severity of drug possession charges depends heavily on which schedule the drug falls under and the quantity possessed.

Marijuana Possession Under Current New York Law

New York has significantly reformed its marijuana laws in recent years. As of 2021, recreational marijuana use is legal for adults 21 and older, subject to certain restrictions.

Legal Marijuana Possession

Adults 21 and over can legally:

  • Possess up to three ounces of cannabis
  • Possess up to 24 grams of concentrated cannabis (such as oils or edibles)
  • Use marijuana in most places where tobacco smoking is permitted

Criminal Marijuana Possession

Despite legalization, marijuana possession can still result in criminal charges:

Unlawful Possession of Cannabis: Possessing more than three ounces but less than 16 ounces is a violation punishable by a fine.

Criminal Possession of Cannabis in the Second Degree: Possessing more than 16 ounces (one pound) is a Class A misdemeanor carrying up to one year in jail.

Criminal Possession of Cannabis in the First Degree: Possessing more than ten pounds is a Class C felony carrying up to 15 years in prison.

Possession by Minors: Individuals under 21 face violations and potential penalties for marijuana possession.

Public Use Restrictions: Using marijuana in certain locations (schools, motor vehicles, etc.) remains prohibited.

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Seventh Degree, under New York Penal Law § 220.03, is a Class A misdemeanor. This is the least serious drug possession charge (excluding marijuana violations). A person is guilty of this offense when they knowingly and unlawfully possess a controlled substance.

This charge typically applies to:

  • Small amounts of cocaine, heroin, or other hard drugs
  • Possession of any amount of most controlled substances without a valid prescription
  • Residual amounts of drugs found in bags or containers

Penalties for Seventh-Degree Possession

A conviction carries:

  • Jail Time: Up to one year in county jail
  • Probation: Up to three years of probation
  • Fines: Up to $1,000 plus surcharges
  • Criminal Record: A permanent misdemeanor conviction
  • Driver’s License Suspension: Automatic six-month driver’s license suspension
  • Professional Consequences: Impact on professional licenses and employment
  • Immigration Consequences: Potential deportation for non-citizens

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fifth Degree, under New York Penal Law § 220.06, is a Class D felony. This charge represents a significant escalation in seriousness. A person is guilty when they knowingly and unlawfully possess:

Controlled Substances with Intent to Sell: Any controlled substance with intent to sell it, regardless of quantity.

Specific Weight Thresholds:

  • 500 milligrams or more of cocaine
  • 1,000 milligrams (one gram) or more of ketamine
  • 1,000 milligrams or more of GHB
  • 50 milligrams or more of phencyclidine (PCP)
  • 1,000 milligrams or more of hallucinogens
  • One or more preparations, compounds, mixtures, or substances containing a narcotic drug (including any amount of heroin)

Prescription Drugs: One or more pills, tablets, or capsules of certain prescription drugs without a valid prescription (such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, or other Schedule II substances).

Penalties for Fifth-Degree Possession

A conviction results in:

  • Prison Time: Up to 2.5 years for first-time offenders; 1.5 to 4 years for those with prior felony convictions
  • Probation: Possible probation for first-time offenders
  • Fines: Up to $5,000 plus surcharges
  • Permanent Felony Record: A felony conviction affecting employment, housing, and civil rights
  • Driver’s License Suspension: Automatic six-month driver’s license suspension (can be up to one year)
  • Immigration Consequences: High likelihood of deportation for non-citizens

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fourth Degree

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fourth Degree, under New York Penal Law § 220.09, is a Class C felony. A person is guilty when they knowingly and unlawfully possess:

Weight-Based Thresholds:

  • One-eighth ounce (3.5 grams) or more of a narcotic drug (heroin, cocaine, etc.)
  • One-half ounce or more of methamphetamine
  • Five grams or more of cocaine
  • One or more preparations containing a narcotic drug with intent to sell
  • 360 milligrams or more of methadone with intent to sell
  • 50 milligrams or more of phencyclidine with intent to sell
  • 250 milligrams or more of hallucinogenic substances with intent to sell
  • 200 milligrams or more of ketamine with intent to sell
  • 28 grams or more of GHB with intent to sell
  • Ten thousand milligrams or more of a stimulant
  • Twenty thousand milligrams or more of a depressant (including barbiturates)

Penalties for Fourth-Degree Possession

A conviction carries:

  • Prison Time: Up to 5.5 years for first-time offenders; 2 to 7 years for those with prior felony convictions
  • Probation: Possible probation for first-time offenders
  • Fines: Up to $5,000 plus substantial surcharges
  • Permanent Felony Record: Serious felony conviction with lasting consequences
  • Driver’s License Suspension: Automatic six-month to one-year suspension
  • Immigration Consequences: Very high likelihood of deportation for non-citizens

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Third Degree, under New York Penal Law § 220.16, is a Class B felony. This is a serious drug charge carrying substantial prison time. A person is guilty when they knowingly and unlawfully possess:

Narcotic Drugs:

  • One-half ounce (14 grams) or more of a narcotic drug (including heroin or cocaine)

Intent to Sell:

  • One-eighth ounce or more of a narcotic drug with intent to sell
  • One ounce or more of a stimulant with intent to sell
  • One ounce or more of a hallucinogen with intent to sell
  • One ounce or more of a hallucinogenic substance with intent to sell
  • 625 milligrams of a hallucinogen with intent to sell
  • Five grams or more of cocaine with intent to sell
  • 360 milligrams or more of methadone with intent to sell

Stimulants:

  • Five thousand milligrams or more of a stimulant

Methamphetamine:

  • One ounce or more of methamphetamine

Penalties for Third-Degree Possession

A conviction results in:

  • Prison Time: Up to 9 years for first-time offenders; 4.5 to 9 years for those with prior felony convictions
  • Mandatory Sentencing: Limited judicial discretion in sentencing
  • Fines: Up to $15,000 plus extensive surcharges
  • Permanent Serious Felony Record: Class B felony conviction with devastating long-term consequences
  • Driver’s License Suspension: Automatic suspension
  • Immigration Consequences: Nearly certain deportation for non-citizens

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Second Degree

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Second Degree, under New York Penal Law § 220.18, is a Class A-II felony. This extremely serious charge carries lengthy mandatory minimum sentences. A person is guilty when they knowingly and unlawfully possess:

Narcotic Drugs:

  • Four ounces (112 grams) or more of a narcotic drug

Methamphetamine:

  • Two ounces or more of methamphetamine

Stimulants:

  • Ten thousand milligrams or more of a stimulant, knowing or intending that it will be unlawfully sold

Penalties for Second-Degree Possession

A conviction carries severe consequences:

  • Mandatory Prison Time: 3 to 10 years in state prison (Class A-II felony indeterminate sentence)
  • Enhanced Sentences: Up to life imprisonment for those with prior felony drug convictions
  • Fines: Up to $50,000 plus substantial surcharges
  • Permanent Serious Violent Felony Record: Class A-II felony with catastrophic lifelong consequences
  • Driver’s License Suspension: Automatic suspension
  • Immigration Consequences: Mandatory deportation for non-citizens

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the First Degree

Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the First Degree, under New York Penal Law § 220.21, is a Class A-I felony—the most serious drug possession charge in New York. A person is guilty when they knowingly and unlawfully possess:

Narcotic Drugs:

  • Eight ounces (224 grams) or more of a narcotic drug

Methamphetamine:

  • Four ounces or more of methamphetamine

Penalties for First-Degree Possession

A conviction results in the harshest possible penalties:

  • Mandatory Prison Time: 8 to 20 years in state prison (Class A-I felony indeterminate sentence)
  • Enhanced Sentences: 15 years to life imprisonment for those with prior felony drug convictions
  • Massive Fines: Up to $100,000 plus extensive surcharges and fees
  • Permanent Class A-I Felony Record: The most serious felony classification, destroying all future opportunities
  • Driver’s License Suspension: Automatic suspension
  • Immigration Consequences: Certain deportation with no possibility of relief

Aggravated Drug Possession Offenses

New York also has specific statutes for aggravated drug possession when drugs are found in school zones or in the presence of children.

Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia

Under New York Penal Law § 220.50, criminally using drug paraphernalia in the second degree is a Class A misdemeanor, and criminally using drug paraphernalia in the first degree is a Class D felony. These charges apply when you:

  • Use or possess with intent to use drug paraphernalia (scales, pipes, needles, etc.)
  • Sell or possess with intent to sell drug paraphernalia
  • Commit these offenses knowing that the paraphernalia will be used with illegal drugs

Prescription Drug Possession

Possession of prescription medications without a valid prescription is criminal in New York. Common prescription drug possession charges involve:

  • Oxycodone (OxyContin, Percocet)
  • Hydrocodone (Vicodin)
  • Xanax (alprazolam)
  • Adderall (amphetamine)
  • Valium (diazepam)
  • Other Schedule II, III, and IV controlled substances

Even a single pill without a prescription can result in criminal charges. The penalties depend on the drug schedule and quantity possessed.

Common Prescription Drug Scenarios

Doctor Shopping: Obtaining prescriptions from multiple doctors without informing them of other prescriptions is illegal.

Sharing Medications: Giving or selling your prescribed medications to others is illegal, even if you have a valid prescription for yourself.

Expired Prescriptions: Possessing medications after the prescription has expired can be problematic.

Someone Else’s Prescription: Possessing medications prescribed to another person is criminal, even if that person gave you permission.

Long-Term Consequences of Drug Possession Convictions

Beyond immediate criminal penalties, drug possession convictions carry devastating long-term consequences:

Employment Impact

Drug convictions severely limit employment opportunities:

  • Most employers conduct background checks and many automatically disqualify applicants with drug convictions
  • Professional licenses in healthcare, law, education, finance, and other fields may be revoked or denied
  • Security clearances become impossible to obtain
  • Government employment at all levels becomes difficult or impossible
  • Career advancement in current positions may be blocked

Education Consequences

Drug convictions affect educational opportunities:

  • Federal student financial aid eligibility is suspended for drug convictions while enrolled
  • Many colleges and universities deny admission to applicants with drug convictions
  • Current students may face disciplinary action or expulsion
  • Professional and graduate programs typically exclude applicants with drug convictions
  • Scholarships and grants may be lost

Housing Difficulties

Drug convictions create housing obstacles:

  • Private landlords routinely deny rental applications from individuals with drug convictions
  • Public housing authorities exclude applicants with drug-related convictions
  • Many apartment complexes have policies against renting to individuals with drug offenses
  • Obtaining mortgages becomes more difficult

Driver’s License Suspension

New York law mandates automatic driver’s license suspension for drug convictions:

  • Six months minimum suspension for most drug convictions
  • Up to one year suspension for felony drug convictions
  • Loss of driving privileges affects employment, education, and daily life
  • Driving with a suspended license results in additional criminal charges

Immigration Consequences

For non-citizens, drug possession convictions are often immigration disasters:

  • Most drug convictions constitute “controlled substance offenses” triggering deportation
  • Even misdemeanor drug possession can result in removal proceedings
  • Legal permanent residents with decades of U.S. residence face deportation
  • Pending naturalization applications are denied
  • Re-entry to the United States becomes difficult or impossible
  • Waivers and relief are limited and difficult to obtain

Family Law Impact

Drug convictions affect family relationships:

  • Child custody determinations strongly favor parents without drug convictions
  • Courts presume drug use demonstrates inability to safely parent
  • Visitation rights may be restricted or require supervision
  • Child protective services may become involved
  • Adoption eligibility is severely impacted

Loss of Rights and Privileges

Drug felony convictions result in:

  • Loss of voting rights while incarcerated (restored after release in New York)
  • Ineligibility to serve on juries
  • Potential disqualification from holding public office
  • Loss of ability to possess firearms
  • Restrictions on various professional licenses

Social and Personal Consequences

The social stigma of drug convictions affects:

  • Personal and professional reputation
  • Relationships with family and friends
  • Community standing
  • Self-esteem and mental health
  • Future relationship opportunities

Common Defenses to Drug Possession Charges

As Suffolk County’s most experienced drug possession defense attorney, Michael Brown employs comprehensive defense strategies tailored to each case:

Illegal Search and Seizure

The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures. Attorney Brown challenges:

  • Traffic Stops: Whether police had legal justification for the initial traffic stop
  • Vehicle Searches: Whether searches of vehicles were constitutional or exceeded the scope of consent
  • Home Searches: Whether search warrants were properly obtained and executed
  • Stop and Frisk: Whether street stops and pat-downs were legally justified
  • Consent Issues: Whether consent to search was truly voluntary
  • Plain View Doctrine: Whether police properly applied plain view exceptions

If drugs were discovered through illegal searches, Attorney Brown files suppression motions to exclude the evidence. Successful suppression typically results in dismissal since drugs are usually the primary evidence.

Lack of Possession

Prosecutors must prove you possessed the drugs. Attorney Brown challenges possession by demonstrating:

  • The drugs belonged to someone else
  • You had no knowledge the drugs were present
  • The drugs were not in your control or custody
  • Multiple people had equal access to where drugs were found (constructive possession challenges)
  • The prosecution cannot prove beyond reasonable doubt that you possessed the drugs

In vehicle cases or shared residences, mere proximity to drugs does not automatically prove possession.

Lack of Knowledge

For drug possession convictions, prosecutors must prove you knew you possessed illegal drugs. Attorney Brown can show:

  • You were unaware drugs were in your bag, car, or property
  • Someone else placed drugs there without your knowledge
  • You had no reason to know drugs were present
  • You believed the substance was something legal

Lack of Intent to Possess

Sometimes drugs are placed in someone’s possession without their knowledge or consent. Attorney Brown can demonstrate:

  • Drugs were planted by others
  • You were holding items for someone else without knowing they contained drugs
  • You immediately attempted to dispose of drugs upon discovering them

Challenging Lab Tests and Drug Identity

Drug charges require proof that the substance is actually a controlled substance. Attorney Brown challenges:

  • Whether lab tests were properly conducted
  • Chain of custody for drug evidence
  • Qualifications of lab analysts
  • Accuracy and reliability of testing methods
  • Whether the substance actually meets the legal definition of the alleged drug

Challenging Weight Calculations

For weight-based charges, Attorney Brown scrutinizes:

  • How drugs were weighed (including or excluding packaging)
  • Whether cutting agents or dilutants are properly accounted for
  • Whether weights were accurately measured and recorded
  • Whether the weight threshold for the charged degree is actually met

Entrapment

When drug charges result from undercover operations or confidential informants, Attorney Brown may argue:

  • You were entrapped into possessing drugs
  • Police or informants induced conduct you wouldn’t otherwise have engaged in
  • You lacked predisposition to commit drug offenses

Challenging Possession with Intent to Sell

Higher-level charges often involve allegations of “intent to sell.” Attorney Brown challenges this by showing:

  • The amount was consistent with personal use
  • There was no drug paraphernalia suggesting sales (scales, packaging materials, large amounts of cash)
  • No evidence of actual sales or distribution
  • The drugs were for personal use only

Valid Prescription Defense

For prescription drug charges, Attorney Brown can establish:

  • You had a valid prescription for the medication
  • Confusion or mistake regarding prescription validity
  • The medication was legally obtained for medical purposes

Substance Not Actually Illegal

Attorney Brown challenges whether:

  • The substance is actually a controlled substance under New York law
  • Marijuana charges apply post-legalization
  • Substances meet legal definitions of controlled substances

Violation of Miranda Rights

If you made incriminating statements to police, Attorney Brown examines whether:

  • You were properly advised of your Miranda rights
  • You knowingly and voluntarily waived your rights
  • Police continued questioning after you invoked your rights
  • Statements should be suppressed

Crime Lab Issues

Attorney Brown investigates potential problems with crime lab analysis:

  • Lab certification and accreditation issues
  • Contamination or mishandling of samples
  • Errors in testing procedures
  • Fraudulent lab practices (which have occurred in various jurisdictions)

Negotiating Reduced Charges and Alternative Programs

Even in difficult cases, Attorney Brown’s experience often results in:

  • Reduction from felony to misdemeanor charges
  • Reduction to lower degrees of possession
  • Drug treatment diversion programs as alternatives to prosecution
  • Adjournment in contemplation of dismissal (ACD), resulting in eventual dismissal
  • Conditional discharge with no jail time
  • Probation instead of incarceration

Drug Court Programs

Attorney Brown can help eligible clients access drug court programs, which offer:

  • Treatment-focused approach instead of incarceration
  • Intensive supervision and support services
  • Dismissal or reduced charges upon successful completion
  • Opportunity to address substance abuse issues

Five Reasons Attorney Michael Brown Is Your Best Choice for Drug Possession Defense

  1. Unparalleled Experience in Drug Cases: As Suffolk County’s most experienced drug possession defense attorney, Michael Brown has successfully defended hundreds of clients against drug charges ranging from simple marijuana possession to serious felony charges involving large quantities of heroin, cocaine, fentanyl, and other narcotics. His encyclopedic knowledge of New York’s complex drug laws, weight thresholds, scheduling systems, and sentencing guidelines enables him to identify defenses and strategies that less experienced attorneys never consider.
  2. Fourth Amendment Search and Seizure Expertise: The vast majority of drug possession cases involve searches of persons, vehicles, or homes, making Fourth Amendment law absolutely critical. Attorney Brown is recognized as a leading expert in constitutional search and seizure law and has successfully suppressed drug evidence in countless cases by proving illegal stops, unconstitutional searches, improper search warrants, coerced consent, and violations of constitutional rights. His exceptional track record of winning suppression motions has resulted in dismissals of cases other attorneys considered hopeless.
  3. Scientific and Technical Knowledge: Drug cases involve technical issues including field testing, laboratory analysis, chain of custody, weight calculations, and drug identification. Attorney Brown has extensive knowledge of drug testing procedures, lab protocols, and scientific evidence. He knows how to challenge lab results, cross-examine forensic chemists, identify testing errors, and expose weaknesses in scientific evidence. This technical expertise is invaluable for challenging the prosecution’s case.
  4. Strategic Negotiation and Alternative Sentencing: Drug possession charges often involve opportunities for alternative sentencing, drug treatment programs, and diversionary programs that can result in dismissal or reduced charges. Attorney Brown has extensive experience negotiating with prosecutors to secure favorable plea agreements, accessing drug court programs, obtaining adjournments in contemplation of dismissal (ACDs), and pursuing treatment-based alternatives to incarceration. His relationships with Suffolk County prosecutors and judges, combined with his reputation and credibility, enable him to achieve outcomes others cannot.
  5. Comprehensive Understanding of Collateral Consequences: Drug convictions carry devastating collateral consequences including driver’s license suspension, immigration deportation, loss of professional licenses, student financial aid ineligibility, and employment barriers. Attorney Brown understands these collateral consequences and structures defenses to minimize or avoid them. He knows which charges trigger mandatory license suspension, which convictions cause deportation, and how to protect clients from consequences beyond the criminal penalties.

The Critical Importance of Immediate Representation

Drug possession cases require immediate legal intervention. Contact Attorney Michael Brown right away because:

Evidence Preservation: Physical evidence, surveillance footage, witness memories, and critical information can disappear quickly. Attorney Brown acts immediately to preserve all evidence, especially evidence of constitutional violations or chain of custody problems.

Suppression Opportunities: Fourth Amendment challenges must be pursued promptly. Attorney Brown immediately investigates the circumstances of your arrest, any searches conducted, and the discovery of drugs to identify constitutional violations that can result in evidence suppression and case dismissal.

Preventing Damaging Statements: People arrested for drug possession often try to explain themselves to police, making statements that become devastating evidence at trial. Attorney Brown ensures you exercise your right to remain silent and don’t inadvertently provide prosecutors with evidence against you.

Drug Testing Preservation: In some cases, independent testing of alleged drugs can be beneficial. Attorney Brown can arrange for preservation and independent testing of drug evidence when appropriate.

Alternative Program Eligibility: Many drug diversion programs and treatment alternatives have strict eligibility requirements and time-sensitive application processes. Early involvement ensures you don’t miss opportunities for favorable alternative dispositions.

Immigration Concerns: If you’re not a U.S. citizen, immediate legal advice is critical to understand immigration consequences and structure your defense to minimize deportation risk where possible.

Understanding Constructive Possession

Many drug cases involve “constructive possession” rather than actual possession. Constructive possession means you didn’t have drugs physically on your person, but they were in a place under your control.

For constructive possession, prosecutors must prove:

  • You had dominion and control over the area where drugs were found
  • You had knowledge that drugs were present
  • You had the intent to exercise control over the drugs

Attorney Brown frequently defeats constructive possession charges by showing:

  • Multiple people had equal access to the area
  • You had no knowledge drugs were present
  • You had no control over the area
  • The prosecution cannot prove possession beyond reasonable doubt

What to Do If You’re Charged with Drug Possession

If you’ve been arrested for drug possession or are under investigation:

Immediately Exercise Your Right to Remain Silent: Do not answer any police questions about the drugs, where they came from, who they belong to, or any other details. Politely but firmly state: “I want to speak with my attorney and I am exercising my right to remain silent.” Then say nothing more.

Do Not Consent to Any Searches: You have a constitutional right to refuse consent to searches. Do not give police permission to search your person, your vehicle, your phone, your home, or anything else. Simply say: “I do not consent to any searches.”

Request an Attorney Immediately: Invoke your Sixth Amendment right to counsel clearly: “I want an attorney.” Once you invoke this right, police must stop questioning you.

Do Not Try to Explain or Dispose of Evidence: Don’t try to explain that the drugs aren’t yours, you were holding them for someone else, or you didn’t know they were there. Don’t try to hide or dispose of evidence. These actions will only make your situation worse.

Do Not Consent to Field Tests: You are not required to consent to field testing of substances. Field tests are notoriously unreliable and have produced false positives for legal substances. Politely decline field testing.

Preserve Physical Evidence: If you have evidence supporting your innocence (receipts, text messages, etc.), preserve it and provide it only to your attorney.

Do Not Discuss Your Case: Don’t talk about your case with anyone except your attorney. Don’t discuss it with family, friends, cellmates, or anyone else. These conversations can be overheard, recorded, or repeated to prosecutors.

Document Everything: Write down everything you remember about how police found the drugs, what was said, who was present, what happened during any searches, and all details of your arrest.

Contact Attorney Michael Brown Immediately: Drug possession cases move quickly and have serious consequences. Every hour without experienced legal representation can harm your case. Attorney Brown needs to begin working immediately to preserve evidence, identify constitutional violations, explore alternative programs, and protect your rights and your future.

Your Future Depends on Your Defense

A drug possession charge in New York is serious, but it’s not a conviction. With experienced, aggressive legal representation, many defendants achieve outcomes that protect their freedom and their future—whether through suppression of illegally obtained evidence, dismissal of charges, acquittal at trial, reduction to lesser charges, enrollment in drug treatment programs, or favorable plea agreements that avoid jail time and minimize long-term consequences.

Drug possession cases are highly defensible with the right attorney. Constitutional protections guard against illegal searches. Technical requirements for proving possession, knowledge, and intent create opportunities for defense. Alternative sentencing programs offer paths to dismissal. Every drug case deserves a vigorous defense.

You need Suffolk County’s most experienced drug possession defense lawyer—someone who has successfully defended hundreds of drug cases, who is an expert in Fourth Amendment law, who understands the science of drug testing, who knows how to negotiate favorable outcomes, and who will fight tirelessly to protect your freedom, your future, and your rights.

Contact Attorney Michael Brown today for a confidential consultation about your drug possession case. Time is critical. Don’t let a drug charge destroy your life, your career, your immigration status, or your future. Early action and experienced representation can make all the difference. Let Suffolk County’s most experienced drug possession defense attorney put his expertise, his experience, and his unwavering commitment to work protecting you and fighting for the best possible outcome in your case.