Knoxville Drug Crimes Lawyer, Tennessee Criminal Defense Attorney

Throughout the state of Tennessee, criminal offenses relating to drugs are a serious matter. The state of Tennessee takes these kinds of allegations extremely seriously and will prosecute the accused vigorously and punish those who are convicted. Because of this, it is essential that an individual does not hesitate to hire the legal assistance of a skilled Knoxville, Tennessee, criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible.

Drug offenses in Tennessee carry the very real possibility of mandatory jail time, substantial fines, and a felony conviction on your record.  An individual charged with drug trafficking, drug conspiracy, manufacture, sale or delivery, simple possession or possession of drug paraphernalia needs an attorney experienced in defending drug offenses.Fees and penalties for drug crimes can vary based on the seriousness of the criminal offense and the the quantity and kind of narcotic involved. This can vary anywhere from possession, distribution, growing, or manufacturing. If successfully convicted of a drug offense, it could lead to stiff penalties and consequences, such as prolonged stays in jail and large economic fines. These types of fees and penalties must not be taken lightly, and if convicted, will have an immediate impact that could last the rest of your life.

Knoxville Drug Crimes Lawyer Who Will Fight for Your Rights.

The attorneys at The Law Offices of James A.H. Bell have vast experience defending drug charges in Knox County and surrounding East Tennessee areas. We represent clients accused of drug offenses in State and Federal court.  Our criminal defense lawyers are experienced in handling a variety of serious felony drug charges, including meth, heroine, powder cocaine, crack cocaine, marijuana, steroids, and prescription medications like OxyContin. Drug charges implicate a variety of constitutional rights.  Illegal search and seizure, illegal police interrogations, illegal wiretaps and invalid search warrants are a few of the many issues an experienced criminal defense lawyer will investigate and challenge in court.

Criminal investigations of drug crimes involve a variety of aggressive investigative techniques, including the use of search warrants, grand jury subpoenas, forfeitures and wire surveillance. Investigating agents and officers move quickly, often giving people little time to make important decisions. On occasion, the government conducts historical investigations, interviewing and subpoenaing people to testify about transactions that occurred long ago.

The criminal defense attorneys at The Law Offices of James A.H. Bell have over 40 years of combined legal experience handling all sorts of matters, many of which have involved drug law violations. We have the expertise and determination needed to handle the most difficult narcotics cases. We regularly handle offenses related to drug manufacture, drug distribution and drug possession involving:

• Cocaine
• Heroin
• Marijuana
• Prescription Drugs
• Methamphetamine
• Distributing and Trafficking Drugs
• Drug Cultivation and Manufacturing

Drug-related convictions have serious penalties under federal and state drug laws, and constitutional rights under the Fourth Amendment (Search and Seizure) are often compromised as state and federal agencies aggressively take legal action against alleged narcotics offenders.

Both federal and state laws criminalize the possession of illegal substances, including the chemicals used to cultivate and manufacture narcotics. The consequences, as set out by sentencing guidelines, for possession of illegal drugs depend upon the amount involved and the intent of the possessor.

At the Law Offices of James A.H. Bell, we are here 24/7, ready to provide the legal advice you need.

At the Law Offices of James A.H. Bell, we realize how terrifying allegations of a drug offense can be. We have seen firsthand how criminal charges can make the accused feel alone, afraid, and perplexed by the law and the legal system, which they must now learn to understand. We will work with an investigator to investigate every possible defense, interview witnesses, and gather evidence favorable to our client.  The consequences of a felony drug conviction can be devastating. We have experience litigating federal and state drug cases and have a successful record defending our clients against drug-related charges.  A drug charge can significantly affect your life, including your ability to work or drive a vehicle. You will often risk jail time. Do not let your rights go unprotected. Contact a Tennessee drug crime defense lawyer at The Law Offices Of James A.H. Bell today.  We are dedicated to protecting your Constitutional rights.