Heroin use is making a resurgence in St. Louis and other urban areas. People who experiment with the drug are often unprepared for the potency of the drugs that are for sale on our streets. Many are also unprepared for the significant penalties that can result from possessing even a small quantity of heroin.
At the Zolman Law Firm, our lawyers defend people who are charged with all kinds of drug charges, including heroin possession. We offer a free initial consultation to discuss your case. We have offices in Mid County and South County in St. Louis.
Heroin Possession Is a Felony
Possession of even a small quantity of heroin is a class B felony, punishable by five to 15 years in prison. Depending on the quantity of heroin in your possession, you could be charged with trafficking, a class A felony.
Since employers, landlords and others routinely conduct background checks to screen applicants, a felony conviction can have a lasting negative effect on your life even if you are able to avoid substantial prison time. As a convicted felon, you also face the loss of civil rights such as the right to vote, possess firearms and serve on a jury.
If you are a first-time offender, you may have options such as drug court or suspended imposition of sentence that would enable you to avoid a conviction. Depending on how police came into contact with you, you may also have constitutional defenses. For example, police may have acted improperly in conducting the search and seizure.
No matter what your situation, there is always something an experienced defense lawyer can do to minimize the damages from a drug arrest and help you get your life back on track.
Contact a Missouri Heroin Sale Attorney at the Zolman Law Firm
The longer you wait to speak to an attorney, the more damage you may do to your case. For a free initial consultation with an experienced St. Louis heroin possession attorney, call 314-714-5532 or send us an e-mail.
