A veteran Florida criminal attorney can get you a favorable outcome

Arrests for drug crimes can result in major penalties. Even those cases that are reduced to lesser offenses still have lingering complications if you are arrested again in the future. Many people arrested for drug crimes in Florida are not aware that possession of certain medications without a prescription may be illegal. Often, those arrested are minors who have their futures threatened at an early age.

Scott F. Kotler, P.A. works hard to get the drug charges of Miami-area residents reduced or dismissed. As a former prosecutor, He knows all too well the long-term effects that a drug conviction can have on your future, especially if you are arrested again on more charges. Speak with him about your case so you can get the protection you need from harsh drug laws.

Prescription drug abuse is increasingly common in Florida

Illicit prescription drug use is increasingly common.

The National Institute on Drug Abuse found that the most commonly misused substances were:

  • Pain relievers: Five million people annually abuse pain relievers such as oxycodone, codeine and morphine.
  • Tranquilizers: More than two million people use tranquilizers beyond their prescribed usage, including sleep medications such as Ambien.
  • Stimulants: One million people annually abuse prescription stimulants like Adderall or Ritalin.
  • Sedatives: Almost half a million people use sedatives like Seconal, Valium or Xanax without a prescription.

Florida’s so-called “pill Mills” make the prevalence of medical-type drugs very common in the state. If you have been caught with prescription drugs or have a loved one in trouble for such substance, contact my law firm for more information regarding diversion programs and other alternative options to criminal punishment.

Florida has some of the nation’s heaviest drug crime sentences

Drug penalties in the Sunshine State can be quite severe. People arrested for simple possession of common drugs can face jail time, especially if they have prior offenses.

An experienced drug crime lawyer in Florida can apply a number of potential defenses to every charge. There are also diversion programs for those who qualify. Such programs can help someone overcome a drug habit and possibly a conviction and a license suspension. 

Contact my office today for a free initial consultation about your drug crime case

Contact my office at 305-804-2436 or online to schedule a free initial consultation.