Somerville Drug Possession Lawyer – Defend Your Record & Future
I. Introduction: Arrested for Drugs in Somerville?
An arrest for drug possession in Somerville can feel overwhelming. Whether the police stopped you near Assembly Row or searched your vehicle after a minor traffic violation, you are now facing a legal system that moves quickly. While Massachusetts has moved toward a more treatment-based approach, the consequences of a drug conviction on your record remain devastating.
At the Law Offices of Kensley Barrett, I recognize that an arrest is not a conviction. Many drug cases are built on illegal searches or "constructive possession" theories that do not hold up under scrutiny. I provide the strategic, first-person defense needed to challenge the evidence and keep your record clean.
II. What Counts as Drug Possession?
Under Massachusetts law M.G.L. c. 94C § 34, "possession" is more than just having an item in your pocket. The prosecution must prove you knowingly possessed the substance.
I focus my defense on deconstructing the "Knowledge" and "Control" elements:
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Illegal Search and Seizure: Did the police have a legal right to search your bag, car, or home? If the search violated the Fourth Amendment, the drugs are "fruit of the poisonous tree" and cannot be used against you.
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The Shared Space Defense: If you were in a car or apartment where drugs were found, I fight to show the jury that you were merely present and did not actually "possess" the items.
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Lab Testing Verification: I scrutinize the state lab's findings to ensure the substance is exactly what the police claim it is and that the chain of custody was never broken.
III. Your Case in the Somerville District Court
All drug possession arrests made in Somerville and Belmont are prosecuted at the Somerville District Court. I am familiar with the local court personnel and the specific diversion programs available to residents.
Somerville District Court 📍 50 New Washington Street, Somerville, MA 02143 📞 Phone: (617) 666-7352 Visit the Somerville District Court Website
IV. Why Choose the Law Offices of Kensley Barrett?
Experience in the Somerville court system is essential. I know which arguments for leniency work and how to present a motion that gets evidence suppressed.
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Winning Suppression Tactics: I meticulously review police body-cam and cruiser-cam footage to find the errors that lead to case dismissals.
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Pathways to Dismissal: For first-time offenders, I prioritize resolutions like Pre-Trial Probation or a CWOF (Continuance Without a Finding), which allow the case to be dismissed once you complete court requirements.
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Direct Representation: I am a sole practitioner. When you hire me, you get me. I personally handle every court date and every negotiation with the Middlesex District Attorney's Office.
Contact Me Today for a Confidential Consultation
If you have been charged with drug possession, the clock is ticking. Do not speak to the police without an attorney present. Call the Law Offices of Kensley Barrett today to start building your defense and protecting your future.
Wellesley, MA Office 📍 572 Washington Street, Suite 21, Wellesley, MA 02482 📞 Phone: (857) 229-2442
🌐 Website: www.krbarrettlaw.com
Facing drug charges in Somerville? Your freedom and your CORI are on the line. Call the Law Offices of Kensley Barrett now for a strategic and relentless defense.
