Princeton Drug Crimes Lawyer

Experienced Drug Charges Defense Attorneys Representing Clients in Princeton, IL

If you face charges for a drug-related crime in Princeton, your top priority should be seeking out legal representation. Prosecutors and law enforcement officials will be collaborating to build a case against you, and they will do everything they can to put you behind bars. An experienced drug crimes defense attorney can contest the allegations against you, fighting for your rights and freedom. Your lawyer can provide effective legal counsel during criminal proceedings, working to defend against a conviction.

The attorneys at Komie and Associates are prepared to help you fight drug charges, including drug possession and intent to distribute. Our defense strategies are based on decades of real courtroom experience, and we can help you determine the best ways to resolve your case successfully.

Penalties for Drug Trafficking in Illinois

The state of Illinois treats drug charges with grave seriousness. The law prosecutes the trafficking of some drugs more harshly than others. The most dangerous substances are classified as Schedule I drugs, and they are characterized by high addiction and abuse rates with no approved medical applications. Schedule I drugs in Illinois include PCP, LSD, MDMA, heroin, mescaline, and psilocybin, to name a few.

Drug trafficking, which involves transporting drugs into Illinois from another state for the purpose of distributing them to others, is a felony. A person convicted of drug trafficking will face twice the minimum sentence that would apply for distributing the drugs in question. For Schedule I drugs, Class X felony charges will typically apply, and in many cases, the minimum sentence for drug trafficking will be at least 12 years. People who are convicted may also be fined up to $500,000.

Attorney Stephen M. Komie has a strong track record of getting overly punitive prison sentences reduced or dismissed. In one such case, Mr. Komie protected a client of his from mandatory jail time of 15 to 30 years on cocaine-related charges, and he was able to negotiate a plea deal in which the sentence was reduced to probation. In another case, Mr. Komie had a 10-year prison sentence for heroin distribution reduced to a mere two years after making a case for his client's good character.

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Meet With a Princeton Drug Charges Defense Attorney Today

If you have been arrested on drug charges in Princeton, you can expect aggressive prosecution. Whether you are charged with drug possession, drug trafficking, or other drug crimes, the smartest thing you can do is to meet with a criminal defense attorney at Komie and Associates who can evaluate the specifics of your case and help you take steps to develop a comprehensive defense. Our firm can summon expert witnesses to defend you in court, including medical doctors, psychologists, and forensic accountants. To schedule a free consultation, contact us today at 312-263-2800.