Austin, Texas, Drug Crime Defense Attorney
Sometimes the best defense is silence. If you have been arrested in Hays County, Texas, for drug crimes tell the police only your name, address, phone number and Social Security number. Under the Fifth Amendment, you have the right to remain silent, that is, not incriminate yourself.
The police DO have the right to investigate activity as long as they have probable cause. They must reasonably believe, based on evidence and witness reports, that a crime has been committed. The police are supposed to "read you your Miranda rights" when they arrest you and question you about your alleged marijuana possession. If they do not, a judge may prohibit the prosecution from using evidence that was gathered illegally.
Get a Seasoned Advocate on Your Side
For skilled defense of your drug crimes charges, call the Law Offices of Gary Churak, P.C. We serve clients accused of drug crimes in Austin, San Antonio and Hays County, Texas. We can be reached by telephone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at 210-764-6720. Or contact us online to schedule a free initial consultation with experienced drug crimes defense lawyer Gary F. Churak.
Building a Strong Defense
We have been in practice since 1982, and are dedicated to protecting the rights of clients throughout their drug crimes case. Attorney Gary F. Churak focuses on building a strong defense as early in the process as possible for these charges:
- [ ]Possession, including marijuana, illegal drugs or prescription drugs
- Manufacturing and sales, including large-scale marijuana cultivation and meth houses
- Transportation and distribution, often involving issues of search and seizure of drugs and drug manufacturing accessories
Every drug crimes case is unique, so we investigate each one thoroughly. How did the police learn of the alleged drug possession or transaction? Did an unreliable informant turn you in? Have you ever been in trouble with the law before?
We may be able to negotiate a plea bargain, that is, accepting a verdict of guilty in exchange for a reduced sentence, or move for dismissal.
Contact our Hays County Defense Attorney
For a free initial consultation with a qualified drug crimes lawyer after an arrest, contact us online. We answer our phones 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call 210-764-6720 locally or 866-936-9430 toll-free after 5 p.m.
