Vista Drug Crimes Defense

In Vista, CA and throughout San Diego county, drug crimes are extremely serious charges. If you have been convicted of a drug related crime, you may be subject to any punishment from probation to fines to jail time or even life in prison. If you have a criminal record with a prior drug conviction a drug crimes conviction can greatly impact your life. If can become difficult to find employment after you’ve done time in jail.

In the state of California, drug convictions are based on an extremely complicated system of “schedules.” The Controlled Substance Act classifies drugs or narcotics into 5 different categories with the most serious being “Schedule 1″ offense that includes narcotics such as heroine, cocaine, methamphetamine, ecstasy, LSD and PCP. If you are convicted of a Schedule 1 drug crime, you could spend up to 20 years in prison in addition to steep fines. After a third conviction, you can face the possibility of life in prison.

If you are charged with possession of Marijuana, the charge is based on the volume of the drug apprehended. If you are in possession of a large amount of marijuana, the charges could match those of drug offenses with cocaine or heroine.

Regardless of the level of category of drug charge, you have constitutional rights. Therefore, if you’ve been charged with a drug crime, it’s a good idea to contact an experienced criminal lawyer who is experience in dealing with drug related cases and understands the severity of charges at all levels. Scott R. Cadzow has experience in Vista, CA court dealing with drug related offenses. Scott understands the impact a drug conviction can have on you and your family.

As part of our job, we investigate your drug related arrest and challenge the evidence available. We take time to evaluate the circumstance surrounding your arrest. Scott R. Cadzow will work hard to put your drug charge behind you with as little impact to your life as possible.

Scott R. Cadzow has experience defending the following drug crimes in Vista and throughout San Diego county:

• Drug Trafficking
• Drug Possession
• Possession of Marijuana
• Possession of Marijuana with an intent to sell