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New Bedford Drug Possession Lawyer

New Bedford Drug Possession Lawyer โ€“ Protect Your Future Today

Being charged with drug possession in Massachusetts can have a dramatic impact on your life, affecting employment, education, housing, and more. The courts take these charges seriously, but you still have rights.

At Marin, Barrett & Murphy Law Firm, we provide strong, smart defense strategies to challenge your charge and minimize or eliminate its impact on your life.

๐Ÿ“ž Call (857) 229-2442 now for a free consultation with an experienced criminal defense attorney.

What Counts as Drug Possession in Massachusetts?

If you are found with any controlled substanceโ€”even in a shared spaceโ€”you could face prosecution. This includes:

๐Ÿ”น Cocaine, heroin, fentanyl
๐Ÿ”น Adderall, Xanax, Oxycodone without a prescription
๐Ÿ”น Marijuana over the legal possession limit

Our job is to investigate whether law enforcement acted within your constitutional rights during the search and arrest.

What Are the Penalties for Drug Possession?

Penalties depend on the substance and your prior record, and may include:

โ›“๏ธ Up to 2 years in jail for Class A or B substances
๐Ÿง  Mandatory probation and drug counseling
๐Ÿ’ธ Fines and court fees
๐Ÿš— Driver's license suspension
๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ A permanent criminal record that can affect future opportunities

Where Will Your Case Be Heard?

New Bedford District Court
๐Ÿ“ 75 North Sixth Street, New Bedford, MA 02740
๐Ÿ“ž (508) 999-9700
๐ŸŒ Court Information

How We Defend Drug Possession Charges

Our experienced legal team will examine key factors, such as:

๐Ÿ” Whether the police conducted an unlawful search
๐Ÿค” If you were unaware of the drugs
โš–๏ธ Whether the drugs were for personal use or distribution
๐Ÿ“ If you qualify for pretrial diversion or a CWOF (Continuance Without a Finding)

Why Choose Marin, Barrett & Murphy Law Firm?

๐ŸŽฏ Seasoned criminal defense attorneys in New Bedford
๐Ÿ” Handle drug-related offenses daily
โš”๏ธ Fight aggressively to dismiss charges or avoid jail time
๐Ÿค Personalized attention and responsive communication guaranteed

Contact Us Now to Start Your Defense

Marin, Barrett & Murphy Law Firm
๐Ÿ“ 572 Washington Street, Suite 21, Wellesley, MA 02482
๐Ÿ“ž (857) 229-2442
๐ŸŒ www.krbarrettlaw.com

We're available 24/7 to discuss your case. If you've been arrested or charged with drug possession in New Bedford, don't waitโ€”call now for fast, strategic legal guidance.

๐Ÿšจ URGENT: Facing drug possession charges in New Bedford? Call now for a free, confidential consultation.

Kensley Barrett

Our law firm was founded on the belief that working with us is more than just hiring a lawyer. Working with us will bring you peace of mind and also allow you to continue with your regular life while we attend to your legal matters. Our vast experience means that it allows us to excel in both aggressively representing your interests and generating the best possible result for you.

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