Drug Possession & Drug Crime Defense in Pennsylvania
Aggressive defense against drug charges including possession, PWID, marijuana offenses, and prescription fraud. Protecting your freedom and future across 6 PA counties.
Drug Charges in Pennsylvania Are Serious
Even minor drug offenses can result in jail time, hefty fines, and a permanent criminal record that affects employment, housing, and your future. You need an experienced attorney who understands PA drug laws and knows how to fight these charges.
Criminal Record
A drug conviction stays on your record and shows up on background checks for jobs, housing, and professional licenses.
Felony Exposure
PWID and trafficking charges are felonies carrying years in state prison and fines up to $250,000.
Defense Options
Many drug cases can be dismissed or diverted. First-time offenders often qualify for programs that avoid conviction entirely.
Drug Charges We Defend
Simple Possession
Possession of a controlled substance for personal use
Common Defenses:
- Illegal search and seizure
- Lack of knowledge
- Substance not controlled
Possession with Intent to Deliver (PWID)
Possession with intent to distribute or sell drugs
Common Defenses:
- Challenging "intent" evidence
- Quantity disputes
- Entrapment
Drug Paraphernalia
Possession of items used to consume or distribute drugs
Common Defenses:
- Legitimate use of item
- Not in possession
- Lack of residue
Marijuana Possession
Possession of cannabis products (non-medical)
Common Defenses:
- Medical marijuana card
- Illegal search
- Amount disputes
Prescription Fraud
Obtaining prescriptions through deception or forgery
Common Defenses:
- Valid prescription
- Mistake of fact
- No intent to deceive
Our Drug Defense Strategy
Every drug case has potential weaknesses. We meticulously examine every aspect of your case to build the strongest possible defense.
- Challenge the Search
PA has stricter search requirements than federal law. We examine whether police had proper authority to search.
- Question Possession
Proximity to drugs doesn't equal possession. We challenge constructive possession claims.
- Lab Analysis Review
We review lab procedures and chain of custody to ensure evidence integrity.
- Diversion Programs
For eligible clients, we pursue ARD, Section 17, or drug court to avoid conviction.
Service Areas
We defend drug charges throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania:
- Delaware County
- Montgomery County
- Chester County
- Lancaster County
- Berks County
- Bucks County
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Last Updated: July 2026