Nashville, Tennessee, Drug Possession Defense Attorney
Conviction for possession of drugs can carry serious penalties. If you have been charged with drug possession in Tennessee, you need a skilled and experienced attorney to defend you from these charges.
At the Law Office of Brent Horst, we defend clients who have been charged with possession of drugs. Criminal defense attorney Brent Horst is a former prosecutor in Tennessee. He has more than 20 years of experience and he has tried to verdict more than 200 criminal jury trials. He has built a track record of success and dedicated service for his clients.
Experience matters. Contact a Nashville, Tennessee, drug possession defense lawyer at our firm to discuss your legal options.
Handling Marijuana, Cocaine, Meth and Ecstasy Charges in Davidson County
At our firm, we represent clients charged with possession of all types of drugs, including:
- Marijuana
- Cocaine
- Meth
- Heroin
- Ecstasy
- Illegal prescription drugs
Even though simple possession may seem like a small charge, it is important to have a criminal defense attorney by your side. A criminal record can affect your ability to get a job, apply for graduate school or get an apartment. At our firm, we will investigate the circumstances surrounding your arrest and help you fight your charges.
Fighting to Dismiss or Reduce Your Drug Possession Charges
Many felony possession charges should be misdemeanors. Police often overcharge in simple possession cases. In Tennessee, the law does not specify a specific weight that boosts a misdemeanor charge to a felony charge.
One way a simple possession charge can become a felony is if the state can show that you intended to distribute or sell the drugs. In order to determine this, the court will look at a number of factors, including:
- Amount of drugs
- Tools or paraphernalia present, such as scales or baggies
- Large amounts of money present
- How the drugs were packaged
Skilled Defense Necessary to Expunge Your Record
In order to have your drug conviction expunged from your record, you must make arrangements with the court from the beginning. Only specific criminal offenses can be expunged and your criminal record may affect your ability to clear your record. We can help you pursue expungement and help you determine if you qualify.
Contact Our Criminal Defense Firm
If you need help with marijuana, cocaine, meth or ecstasy charges in Davidson County, contact our criminal defense firm.
