Cocaine is at the top of the list of controlled substances. Law enforcement devotes substantial resources to investigating, intercepting and prosecuting cocaine-related crimes. The smallest quantity is still a felony crime, and prosecutors seek a solid conviction rate when it comes to cocaine.
In a system stacked against you, the law firm of Cochran & Chhabra, LLC provides a formidable defense for drug crimes, including cocaine charges. Our experience in state and federal courts of Maryland and our knowledge of federal sentencing guidelines helps clients avoid conviction or shields them from unduly harsh punishment for felony drug charges.
Based in Annapolis, we practice in Baltimore and surrounding counties of Maryland. Contact us today for a free initial consultation to learn how we can improve the outcome, no matter how bleak your situation seems.
Defense Against Cocaine Charges And Drug Crimes In Maryland
We handle all cocaine-related drug charges, whether you were caught in a street-level sting or accused as part of a large-scale, multi-jurisdictional investigation:
- Possession of cocaine or crack
- Possession with intent to distribute
- Sale, distribution or trafficking
- Money laundering and conspiracy
- Seizures and asset forfeiture
The charges and the potential penalties depend on several factors: the amount, the form (powder or crack), paraphernalia of drug dealing (scales, baggies) and prior convictions. Even simple possession is potentially a four-year sentence, and intent to distribute is punishable by up to 25 years in prison.
Our attorneys analyze the prosecution's case to identify defenses and mitigating factors. We have successfully challenged probable cause for traffic stops, illegal search and seizure, unlawful surveillance, informant testimony and other facets of cocaine prosecutions. In appropriate cases, we can also argue for pretrial diversion, probation before judgment (PBJ), drug treatment and other alternatives to jail and a career-killing felony drug conviction.
Experienced Cocaine Charge Defense Lawyers In Annapolis
Trial lawyers Gill Cochran and Mandeep Chhabra bring 60 years of combined experience to strategizing your defense. We have represented licensed professionals, business owners, Naval Academy midshipmen, college students and many other clients with much at stake. Whatever your circumstances, we will not simply plead you guilty but fight to limit the fallout from a drug arrest.
We invite you to a free consultation to find out where you stand and how we can help. Contact the Annapolis office of Cochran and Chhabra, LLC at 410.268.5515 or 888.268.5515, day or night, or contact us online.
