The Need for A Strong Defense in Drug Manufacturing Cases
The authorities aggressively prosecute defendants charged with drug manufacturing crimes. The criminal defense attorneys of the Law Office of John R. Fielding, Jr. & Associates represent clients throughout San Diego County, California and the United States who stand accused of manufacturing drugs ranging from marijuana to methamphetamine and more.
Defense of State and Federal Charges
Our lawyers represent clients in drug manufacturing cases in state and federal court. Many marijuana growing operations in California are strictly local. The marijuana is grown here for local sale and consumption. These drug cases are typically prosecuted in state court. Because of our attorneys' years of experience and knowledge of the law, we are able to assess whether the drug case may serve as a good candidate to challenge existing laws regarding, for example, the legalization of marijuana.
Methamphetamine operations and other drug manufacturing cases that involve an element of interstate commerce can be charged in federal court. If a piece of equipment used in an illegal drug lab is from out of state, or if there is evidence linking the drug to shipments out of state, it may be charged in federal court.
Attacking the Justification for Wire Tap Surveillance
Drug cases often involve wire tap surveillance. In order to justify the use of this invasive technology, the government must show its necessity. Investigations involving wire taps are subject to review by courts on an ongoing basis. If the "need" for the wire tap has been exhausted, it must be discontinued. In many cases, law enforcement personnel continue wire tap surveillance even though they can no longer show that it is necessary. This is one reason why drug manufacturing cases require a thorough examination of exactly how evidence was obtained, with the defense goal of suppressing evidence improperly obtained. Our criminal defense lawyers will study the details of the case against you, examining the evidence and developing a solid defense strategy.
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To learn more about how we can be of assistance in your case, please contact our office or call toll free: 888-893-3847
