Monmouth County NJ Drug Charge Lawyer

Whether you are facing a marijuana possession charge or a possession of heroin with the intent to distribute charge in Monmouth County, the criminal defense lawyers at Proetta & Oliver can help. Irrespective of the drug charge, if convicted, a Defendant is facing not only a potentially lengthy prison sentence but high fines, community service and a  loss of their driving privileges. The Law Offices of Proetta & Oliver has been representing clients charged with drug offenses throughout Monmouth County, in Courts like Belmar, Wall, Tinton Falls, Asbury Park, Freehold, Long Branch, Neptune and Marlboro for years. Most drug charges revolve around some form of a search, therefore, an experienced criminal defense lawyer can make big difference. They can examine the evidence and attack the proofs during a suppression hearing. If you would like to come into our office and speak with one of our Monmouth County criminal lawyers directly about your charges, please feel free to contact our office at 732.858.6959. We can discuss the specific facts of your case and we will give you our honest feedback on how we think we can be of assistance. We are located at 18 Kings Highway in Middletown, directly across the street from the Middletown Municipal Court.  These are serious charges and should not be taken lightly. 

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Asbury Park NJ Drug Possession Defense Attorneys

Simple possession of marijuana charges under 50 grams is the only drug offenses in New Jersey that will be considered a disorderly persons offense (misdemeanor). All other drug offenses, whether it be cocaine, heroin, Oxycontin or LSD are going to be considered felony offenses in New Jersey. Here are some of the most common drug charges litigated in the local Monmouth County Courts.

How to Defend Drug Charges in Monmouth County NJ?

Whether you have been charged with the unlawful possession of marijuana, the distribution of cocaine or any other drug offense for that matter it is crucial that you speak to an experienced Monmouth County drug defense lawyer about your options. Here is just a few of the key areas that we seek to explore when it comes to defending drug charges in New Jersey:

• The underlying search,
• The underlying seizure,
• The underlying “possession” aspect
  • Constructive Possession,?
  • Actual Possession?
  • Joint Possession?
• The underlying intent aspect in a “possession with the intent to distribute” charge,
• The underlying motor vehicle stop.

Drug Charges in Middletown NJ

If you have been arrested and charged with a drug offense like marijuana possession, heroin possession, cocaine distribution or possession of marijuana with the intent to distribute in Monmouth County, our office can help. Our office has extensive experience representing clients in not only Monmouth County Superior Court but also local Municipal Courts like Eatontown, Holmdel, Aberdeen, Deal, Manasquan, Manalapan, Howell, Hazlet and Wall. If you would like to come into our office to discuss your options then please contact our office at 732.858.5659. We are well aware that no two clients let alone no two cases are the same. As such, we pride ourselves on being to adapt to whatever skill set we need to achieve your desirable outcome, whether it be a trial, suppression hearing or negotiating a favorable plea deal. As always, we can be reached 24/7 and our initial consultations are free.