I’ve Been Accused of a Seattle Drug Crime. What Will Happen to Me?

Our Seattle Drug Lawyers Will Fight Your Drug Charge..

If you have been accused of drug possession, distribution, manufacturing, or intent to deliver in Seattle, know that accepting the charges is not your only option. Our experienced Seattle drug lawyers have an intense knowledge of the Washington State legal system and drug laws – and we’re prepared to do anything we can to help you beat the charges against you.

In Washington State, possession of marijuana in a quantity under 40 grams is considered a misdemeanor crime.

The possession, distribution, manufacture, or intention to deliver any other quantity or type of drug is considered a felony and has considerably more serious consequences for the individuals accused. If you have been accused of a drug crime, it is absolutely essential that you speak with a Seattle drug lawyer as soon as possible to help you understand your rights as an accused person as well as the options available to you.

Drug laws in Washington State have become increasingly tough over the past few years, and possession of even small quantities of illegal drugs (including prescription drugs) is taken very seriously by the courts.

If convicted, your sentence will depend greatly on the circumstances of your case – i.e. whether you were delivering large amounts of drugs or kept small amounts for personal use; who you were delivering drugs to (crimes of drug delivery to minors are punished more severely by the courts); whether you have previous arrests or convictions for drug-related matters; and many other factors.

It is also important to know that a drug conviction could affect your life in many other ways than a potential fine or jail sentence. You may lose your driver’s license (even if your arrest was not related to driving), your rights to housing, and your federal student loans. Additionally, if the government believes that your home or property was used in the manufacture or distribution of drugs, those things can be seized via “civil forfeiture.” Speaking with a Seattle drug attorney will help clarify the circumstances of your case and help you understand your situation.