San Jose Meth Charges Attorney

Drug Crime Lawyer Handling Methamphetamine Cases in San Jose

Have you been arrested for a drug crime related to methamphetamine, crystal meth or speed? A San Jose drug crime lawyer at our law firm can provide you with skilled criminal defense representation to challenge your charges. Whether you have been accused of possession, manufacturing, distribution/sale or trafficking of meth, we have the resources to investigate your charges and work to build a comprehensive defense strategy that addresses your unique case.

Meth Possession Penalties

In San Jose, California defendant may face misdemeanor or felony charges for the possession of methamphetamine. Depending on the amount of drug found in the defendant’s possession or on his or her property, a defendant may face up to 3 years in state prison. Additional penalties may apply in some situations, and there are also cases where a defendant may qualify for alternative sentencing to avoid jail time, through the state’s drug diversion program.

California law makes a specific distinction between the simple possession of methamphetamine versus possession with the intent to sell or distribute. When a defendant is found with large amounts of the drug in his or her possession or is also in possession of drug paraphernalia that may indicate the intent to distribute, he or she may face more serious criminal charges. In addition to defending a client against simple meth possession charges, our law firm handles cases involving meth distribution, manufacturing or trafficking. By providing personalized attention and thoroughly investigating every single aspect of our clients’ cases, we strive to seek the most advantageous outcome possible. We can handle Juvenile, State and Federal Court cases for meth.