Drug Defense Lawyer, Spokane Washington

Being charged with a drug offense in Washington can result in some very serious penalties if you are convicted. It is important that you have skilled representation on your side that can help you to aggressively pursue a favorable outcome in your case. Mr. Graham has be recognized as one of Spokane's best attorneys 5 years in a row by Spokane-Living Magazine. He is frequently asked to comment on drug laws by the local media, and is frequently interviewed by prestigious national publications such as the Wall Street Journal.

Attorney Steve Graham is a successful trial attorney with proven results, and he can put his extensive skill and experience to work for you in your case if you choose to work with him.

You can look to this skilled lawyer for representation in any of the following issues pertaining to drug crimes:

• Drug Possession - If you are found to be in possession of controlled substances, then depending on the amount and type of drug you are charged with possessing, you could face extremely harsh penalties for conviction such as a jail or prison term, and hefty fines. Drug offenses are generally treated more seriously in eastern Washington, particularly in the rural counties. He has defended numerous individuals from around the world caught with such drugs as ketamine, MDMA, or LSD who were in the area for the Paradiso Festival or on their way to Shambhala.
• Drug Sales or Delivery - Being charged with the crime of drug sales or delivery can result in serious criminal charges. Gifting of drugs that merely change hands can be considered delivery under certain circumstances. If you are seen handing drugs to another person, even without the exchange of money, then you could be arrested and charged. The delivery of a controlled substance is particularly serious of the recipient of the drug is under 18 years of age. In federal court, the punishments are even more serious.
• Possession with Intent - If you are charged with the crime of possession of controlled substances with the intent to sell, you could face a significant mandatory minimum sentence. The penalties that you may face will depend on the type and amount of substance found in your possession. The top reasons a case is turned from simple possession to possession "with intent" is the proximity of a scale or a large quantity of cash.
• Drug Manufacturing, Cultivation, or Importation - Creating drugs, growing a controlled substance, and importing controlled substances are all illegal actions and could result in severe criminal charges. Your case is important to this lawyer, and it is important that you have skilled representation on your side!
• Drug Paraphernalia - Possession of drug paraphernalia (or its use) is a crime in Washington, and you could face a criminal conviction on your record that could harm you later on in life. Drug Paraphernalia can include objects such as a syringe, a bong, a scale, baggies, or other objects related to drugs and their use.
• Drug DUI - If you are deemed impaired while driving, then you could be arrested for DUI and you could face serious penalties for conviction. Some are known to cause judgment impairment as well as visual impairment in some cases. Most of the case our firm sees today are allegation of marijuana DUI, but we have also defended methamphetamine and opiate DUI cases.

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With over 25 years of experience in handling various criminal defense cases, and years of experience as a prosecuting attorney, the Law Office of Steve Graham can provide you with the defense of your case that you need.