Extremely harsh consequences are involved with nearly all drug-related crimes. One exception may be the first time simple possession for personal use of a small quantity of a controlled substance. Nevertheless, even a minor possession conviction could impact the rest of your life in terms of employment, security clearances and reputation. If you have been charged or if you are being investigated for any drug-related crime, it is important to consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible.
Your civil rights and liberties are threatened when accused of a drug-related offense. An experienced legal professional can work to protect your Constitutional rights, including violations of your right against an illegal search and seizure by law enforcement.
Ward Stafford Clay, Attorney at Law, regularly defends clients accused of drug possession and sales charges throughout the San Diego area in state and federal criminal and appeals courts. He is a California State Bar Certified Specialist in Criminal Law who will work with skill and determination to reduce or eliminate the consequences of criminal charges related to prescription drugs and other controlled substances. Alleged drug offenders may face burdensome fines, incarceration, probation conditions, community service and driver's license suspension or revocation if convicted.
Mr. Clay has more than 20 years of experience defending clients accused of drug crimes in the San Diego area in addition to his service as a criminal prosecutor from 1986 to 1991. As a former San Diego Deputy District Attorney, he has an intimate understanding of the tactics and strategies used by prosecutors who are assigned to handle drug offenses.
You need aggressive legal representation from an experienced criminal defense attorney to match the resources and aggression of state or federal prosecutors.
Contact Ward Stafford Clay, Attorney at Law, by e-mail or by phone. Call the San Diego office at 619-272-6914 or toll free at 888-546-2109 to schedule a free initial consultation. All calls and consultations are confidential.
Prudent and Effective Defense Against Criminal Drug Charges
Defense against felony and misdemeanor charges can become complex. With your record and future at stake, you do not want to take any risk with an inexperienced lawyer who is not prepared to defend your case in any circumstance or court. Mr. Clay has defended a wide range of clients in prosecutions concerning marijuana, cocaine, crack, heroin, methamphetamine, Ecstasy, LSD, prescription drugs and other controlled substances.
Mr. Clay will prepare and aggressively defend your case involving any of the following charges:
- Drug possession
- Drug possession with intent to sell or deliver
- Drug trafficking or delivery
- Drug distribution
- Drug manufacture
- Drug conspiracy
- Drug importing/exporting
- Drug-related firearms crimes
- RICO crimes (racketeering and corruption)
Contact San Diego and Chula Vista Drug Possession Lawyer Ward Stafford Clay
If you are being investigated or have been charged with a drug-related crime, contact San Diego drug crimes lawyer Ward Stafford Clay today. Call the office at 619-272-6914 or toll free at 888-546-2109 to schedule a free and confidential initial consultation. Mr. Clay represents clients in all San Diego County courthouses, including El Cajon, Vista, Chula Vista and San Diego.
Timely response to questions and meeting requests by e-mail are also provided.
