Prescription Drugs
Prescription Drug Charges in Long Island
When you have been arrested for a crime involving the illegal possession or distribution of prescription drugs, come to The Law Offices of Nancy L. Bartling, PLLC, LLC for help from a Long Island drug crime attorney with experience as a prosecutor. Our firm brings over 50 years of experience to every case we represent, and we have earned honors such as the Super Lawyer rating and the AV® Preeminent™ recognition from Martindale-Hubbell. An attorney from our team will stand by you as the case progresses, fighting to defend your rights and working to help you avoid a conviction.
Pharmaceutical drugs may be legal with a doctor's prescription , but their use and administration is tightly controlled by the government . Many of them are categorized along with the most dangerous street drugs in the Controlled Substances act. Whether you were caught committing prescription fraud to obtain drugs for your own use, or if you were arrested for possession with intent to distribute, you could be facing the possibility of a lengthy prison sentence. Even after your release, you may have to live the rest of your life with a conviction on your criminal record, which could pose serious difficulties in finding suitable employment or housing. When your future is at stake, you cannot afford to take any chances. Call us or visit our office today for a confidential consultation.
Long Island Lawyer for Prescription Drugs
The sentence you could receive for a prescription drug offense depends on the specific type of drug involved, as well as the quantity and whether you have previously been convicted of a drug crime. We prepare every case for trial, and will pursue an acquittal or dismissal of the charges if at all possible. If this is not an option, we may still be able to negotiate with the prosecutor for a reduced sentence. The most important thing for you to do right now is to avoid speaking about the case with anyone but an attorney from our firm, as statements you make could be used as evidence against you.