Being charged with illegal prescription drug possession or another prescription drug crime can be a frightening experience. Many people who have been charged with these offenses have never been accused of a crime before and may not be aware that they have done anything illegal.
Understanding the Seriousness of the Accusations
As the general public has become more aware of the dangers involved in abuse of prescription drugs like Xanax, Vicodin, OxyContin, Hydrocodone and Percocet, prosecutors have responded by cracking down on illegal possession of these and similar drugs.
If you have been charged with illegal prescription drug possession, prescription fraud, prescription forgery or any other prescription drug crime, you could be facing some very serious criminal consequences if convicted.
These charges are often prosecuted along similar lines as illegal drug charges. The accusation can be possession of a dangerous drug or possession of a controlled substance. Without a valid prescription, possession of any of these drugs can be treated like possession of an illegal drug.
Carefully Evaluating All Possible Defenses
Of course, one obvious defense against prescription drug possession charges is that you had a valid prescription after all. However, the prosecutors may attempt to call the validity of a prescription into question, and there are many other potential defenses—including illegal search and seizure—that a knowledgeable attorney can help you evaluate.
The Pre-Trial Intervention Program
There are multiple criminal defense options available for people who have been charged with crimes in Williamson County. You may qualify for a special program in Williamson County called the Pre-Trial Intervention Program. This is a six month program that is only an option for first time offenders. Under this program, you are able to avoid prosecution if you remain law abiding and follow all the other terms of the program. Additionally, if you are accepted and complete the program successfully, your charge will be dismissed and you will be eligible to expunge the arrest and charge from your record.
One must apply to the Pre-Trial Intervention Program through an attorney and it is a good option for many people, but it's not for everyone. It is important to have a lawyer review your case to determine whether the prosecution has sufficient evidence against you before considering this option.
I will examine all of the evidence in your case in order to carefully advise you on the best strategy for your particular circumstances. I am thoroughly familiar with the methods and procedures of the prosecutors and courts in Williamson County, and I am fully prepared to defend you against charges involving prescription drugs. If you've been charged with illegal prescription drug possession or any other prescription drug crime, contact me today to discuss your options.
The Law Office of Clovis Martin has represented clients charged with:
Assault with Bodily Injury (PC 22.01), Aggravated Assault (PC 22.02) Aggravated Kidnapping (PC 20.04), Burglary of Vehicles (PC 30.04), Consumption of Alcohol by a Minor (ABC 106.04), Credit Card or Debit Card Abuse (PC 32.31), Criminal Mischief (PC 28.03), Criminal Trespass (PC 30.05), Deadly Conduct (PC 22.05), Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol by Minor (ABC 106.041), Driving While Intoxicated (a.k.a. DWI PC 49.04), Driving While Intoxicated with Child Passenger (PC 49.045), Driving While License Invalid (TC 521.457), Duty on Striking Unattended Vehicle (TC 550.024), Duty on Striking Fixture or Highway Lanscaping (TC 550.025), Engaging in Organized Criminal Activity (PC 71.02), Evading Arrest or Detention (PC 38.04), Failure to Identify (PC 38.02), Fictitious or Counterfeit Inspection Certificate OR Insurance Document (TC 548.603), Furnishing Alcohol to a Minor (ABC 106.06), Harassment (PC 42.07), Interference with Emergency Telephone Call (PC 42.062), Possession of Alcohol by a Minor (ABC 106.05 a.k.a. Minor in Possession of Alcohol or MIP), Possession of [Controlled] Substance (CSA 481.115 to 481.118), Possession of a Dangerous Drug (CSA 483.041), Possession or Delivery of Drug Paraphernalia (CSA 481.125), Possession of Marijuana (CSA 481.121), Prostitution (PC 43.02), Public Intoxication (PC 49.02), Racing on Highway (TC 545.420), Reckless Driving (TC 545.401), Resisting Arrest, Search, or Transportation (PC 38.03), Revocation of Community Supervision (a.k.a Probation, CCP 42.12-Sec. 23), Sale [of Alcohol] to Minors (ABC 106.03), Sexual Assault (PC 22.011) Terroristic Threat (PC 22.07), Theft (PC 31.03), Theft by Check (PC 31.03 & 31.06), Theft of Service (PC 31.04), Unlawful Carrying Weapons (PC 46.02), and Unlawful Restraint (PC 20.02).
