Drug Charges? Defense Lawyer in South Orange, New Jersey
Attorney James J. Sayegh represents good people, including college students, who find themselves in challenging legal situations that could have serious consequences on their lives.
Strong Defense Now. Call 973-821-4393 or 888-808-2798 or e-mail to schedule a free initial consultation to discuss your drug charge or other legal matter with an aggressive, determined and knowledgeable criminal defense lawyer.
Law Office of James J. Sayegh provides responsive, determined and resourceful legal counsel and advocacy in criminal matters involving:
- Possession of Marijuana, Cocaine, Heroin, Ecstasy or other controlled dangerous substance (CDS)
- Possession of drug paraphernalia
- Distribution of Marijuana or a CDS
- Possession or distribution of anabolic steroids
- Prescription Drug Charges (ex. Oxycodone, Vicodin, Adderall, etc.)
- Other drug charges
You Have the Right to a Defense — Exercise Your Rights
If you have been arrested and charged with a drug crime, you must take immediate steps to protect your rights. You have the right to remain silent and you should exercise that right. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney and to have an attorney present during questioning. Once you have informed the police officers that you would like a lawyer present, they may not resume questioning you until your lawyer is present.
Without an attorney, the prosecution is more likely to seek to impose the maximum sentence on you. After all, they are looking solely at the police report and the police officer's account following the arrest, which will not be putting you in a good light. The entire experience can be overwhelming, traumatizing and intimidating, but it doesn't have to be.
If you have never had a prior criminal arrest and are a first time offender, you may be eligible for a conditional discharge or pretrial intervention program (PTI). Upon the completion of such a program or satisfaction of the court's conditions, your charges would be dismissed and you would not have a criminal record.
Typically, drug charges can be resolved by use of a plea bargain which may include a reduction or dismissal of the charges or the use of a conditional discharge or Pre Trial Intervention (PTI). However, if a favorable plea agreement cannot be reached, the Law Office of James J. Sayegh will be prepared to present an aggressive and effective defense at trial. As with all criminal charges, the prosecution must prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt.
An effective criminal defense strategy will include the following:
- Assisting you with bail/bail reduction issues
- Getting your account of the facts and circumstances surrounding your arrest
- Reviewing all statements made and evidence (e.g. physical evidence, photos, surveillance videos, etc.) which the prosecution intends to use against you at trial
- Making pre trial motions to dismiss the charges against you
- Making pre trial motions to suppress any illegally obtained evidence (e.g. obtained without a warrant) or coerced statements you may have made
- Impeaching the credibility of prosecution witnesses
- Creating reasonable doubt in the jury box
Free Initial Consultation — Call 973-821-4393 or 888-808-2798 or E-Mail
When you need a lawyer who will fight for you and put your interests first, contact the Law Office of James J. Sayegh. Arrange for a confidential, free initial consultation to discuss your specific legal situation and learn about your legal options. Payment plans and credit cards are accepted. Calls and e-mails are responded to promptly.
