Dallas Drug Charge Attorney

Laws related to drugs and controlled substances are complex and varied, and they cover many different offenses. Penalties for drug charge convictions range from probation to life in prison. Regardless of the charge, it is important to seek legal representation as soon as possible. A drug charge lawyer can represent your interests and protect your rights.

John R. Teakell has over 20 years of experience as an attorney. Once a federal prosecutor, he now defends clients from all criminal charges. His experience as a prosecutor makes him an excellent criminal defense attorney. He may be able to get your charges reduced or dismissed. He may be able to get you favorable plea bargain terms, or even get an acquittal at trial, depending on the circumstances of your case. If you live in Dallas and have been charged with any drug crime, contact the Law Offices of John R. Teakell today at 214-523-9076.

Types of Drug Charges

Drug charges relate to the possession, manufacture, distribution, trafficking, and transport, among other things, of controlled substances such as:

• Marijuana
• Cocaine
• LSD
• Methamphetamines
• Heroin
• Certain prescription drugs (Vicodin, Xanax, Oxycodone)

There are several things you can be charged with relating to these controlled substances, including:

• Possession of controlled substances
• Manufacturing of controlled substances
• Trafficking of controlled substances
• Cultivating of controlled substances
• Sale of controlled substances

Punishments range widely depending on the amount and kind of controlled substance involved. Possession of less than two grams of marijuana, for example, is a Class B Misdemeanor, which carries relatively light penalties. Delivery of over 400 grams of Penalty Group I drugs, such as heroin and methamphetamines, is worth a minimum of 15 years.

In many cases, you will have to deal with federal law in addition to state law. Punishments at the federal level are extremely severe in almost all cases.

State and Federal Drug Possession Lawyer

John R. Teakell can represent clients in state and federal courts. He has experience as a state prosecutor and federal prosecutor. His expertise in this area makes him an extremely able criminal defense attorney. If you have been charged with any kind of drug offense, it is imperative to hire a drug charge lawyer. Dallas residents facing drug charges should contact the Law Offices of John R. Teakell online, or call 214-523-9076.