Wellesley Drug Possession Lawyer – Protect Your Future
Overview of Drug Possession Charges in Wellesley, MA
Drug possession charges in Wellesley fall under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 94C, and even a first-time conviction can damage your career, education opportunities, and criminal record forever. Me and my team here at The Law Offices of Kensley Barrett defend individuals facing every type of drug possession allegation, including:
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Simple possession of illegal substances
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Possession with intent to distribute
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Possession of prescription medications without a prescription, including Adderall, Xanax, Percocet, and OxyContin
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Marijuana possession over the legal limit under Massachusetts cannabis laws
If you have been arrested for drug possession, a conviction is NOT automatic. You need a Wellesley drug possession lawyer who knows how to challenge police procedures, suppress evidence, and negotiate dismissals.
Massachusetts Drug Possession Laws (MGL Chapter 94C)
Under Massachusetts law, drugs are classified into Class A through Class E substances. Your charges depend on:
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The type and amount of drugs involved
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Whether prosecutors claim you intended to distribute
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Your criminal history
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Where the arrest occurred (school zone, park, public housing, etc.)
Even possession alone can be charged as a felony under certain circumstances.
Criminal Penalties for Drug Possession in Massachusetts
Class A Drugs – Heroin, Fentanyl, GHB
• Up to 2 years in jail
• Fines up to $2,000
Class B Drugs – Cocaine, Methamphetamine, OxyContin, Adderall
• Up to 1 year in jail
• Fines up to $1,000
Class C Drugs – LSD, Xanax, Valium, Mushrooms
• Up to 6 months in jail
• Fines up to $500
Class D & E Drugs – THC Concentrates, Prescription Drugs
• Civil fines for first offenses
• Criminal penalties for larger quantities or repeat charges
School Zone Drug Possession
Possession within 300 feet of a school or 100 feet of a public park carries mandatory incarceration and enhanced fines.
Statute of Limitations for Drug Possession in Massachusetts
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Misdemeanor drug possession: 6 years
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Felony drug possession: 10 years
Me and my team analyze the timeline of every case and move to dismiss charges filed outside the legal time limit.
Legal Defenses Against Drug Possession Charges
I have successfully defended drug offenses in Wellesley using strategies such as:
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Unlawful search and seizure – Police violated Fourth Amendment rights
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Lack of possession – Drugs belonged to someone else or were found in a shared space
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Entrapment – Law enforcement induced the crime
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Lack of knowledge – You did not know drugs were present
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Diversion & rehabilitation programs – For qualifying first-time offenders
How Me and My Team Defend Drug Possession Cases
At The Law Offices of Kensley Barrett, we:
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Investigate traffic stops, searches, and police conduct
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File motions to suppress illegally obtained evidence
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Negotiate for dismissals and reduced charges
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Protect your future from permanent criminal consequences
My goal is always the same: keep you out of jail and keep your record clean.
Wellesley District Court Information
Court: Drug cases from Wellesley are heard in Dedham District Court
📍 631 High St., Dedham, MA 02026
📞 (781) 329-4777
Contact a Wellesley Drug Possession Lawyer Today
If you've been arrested for drug possession in Wellesley, MA:
📞 Call 857.229.2442 now for a free confidential consultation
Me and my team at The Law Offices of Kensley Barrett are available 24/7 and ready to fight for you.
Law Offices of Kensley Barrett – Contact Information
📍 Wellesley, MA Office:
572 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA 02482
📞 857.229.2442
📍 Cranston, RI Office:
1000 Chapel View Blvd, Cranston, RI 02920
📞 401.425.4059
Website: www.krbarrettlaw.com
