
Fresno Drug Crime Defense Lawyers
Defending Clients Accused of Drug Crimes in Fresno County
Are you facing charges of a drug crime? Consult with our Fresno drug crime defense lawyers at Sawl Law Group as soon as possible. With more than four decades of combined experience, we can help you argue that the drugs in question were not yours or help you avoid harsh penalties and a criminal record by making sure you enter a diversion program. Our team of criminal defense attorneys provides knowledgeable and skilled legal representation to gather the necessary evidence and present a strong defense to prove your innocence.
Have you been arrested for a drug crime in Fresno? Call Sawl Law Group today at (559) 205-7757 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation with our drug crime defense attorneys in Fresno.
Drug Crimes in California
California is renowned for its high rate of drug trafficking, possession, and distribution. No matter what drug crime it may be, it is likely to be prevalent in our state – not to mention harshly punished.
The penalties for drug crimes in California are classified by schedules. Schedule I drugs (heroin, hallucinogens, opiates, and marijuana) have a high potential for abuse and no valid medical use, while Schedule IV and V drugs (prescription medications like diazepam and zolpidem, as well as low doses of codeine in cough medicine) have a low potential for abuse and widely accepted medical use.
The following are the sections of the California Health & Safety Code for certain drug crimes, as well as their penalties:
Drug Possession (§ 11350) - One year in county jail, $1,000 fine, or community service for a first offense and more years in jail, $2,000 fine, or community service for a second or subsequent offense.
Possession for Sale (§ 11351) - Imprisonment for two, three, or four years; or a sentence of three, four, or five years for possession of cocaine for sale.
Distribution, Transportation & Trafficking (§ 11352) - Imprisonment for three, four, or five years; or a sentence of three, six, or nine years for transporting drugs from one noncontiguous county to another
Contact Sawl Law Group today to get started on your defense with our Fresno drug crime defense lawyers.
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I just wanted to say a few things about Sawl Law Group. I had never needed to hire an attorney before, so I didn’t know what I was doing, or what to expect. When i had just been charged with a DUI; I had a pile of law offices to choose from. The first one that stood out was Sawl Law Group. They were very professional, and welcoming. Claudia made a long drive, just to meet with me face to face, and have a short conversation about my case, and my options. She made me feel confident that I could do much better than I had hoped. Claudia paired me up with Michelle, the attorney that would then, represent me. She took care of all my court dates (after signing a document of course) which was especially helpful with my crazy work schedule. Not only that, but they were able to lower my DUI to a much lesser charge of “Wet Reckless” saving me thousands of dollars, and time. So thank you Sawl Law Group, Claudia, and Michelle. And to anyone else who finds themselves in a bind; I definitely recommend starting here!
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This is by far the most experienced and professional team of lawyers I've had the pleasure of working with. The staff was amazing, polite and very attentive to all my questions and needs regarding my case. Mr. Taleisnik was very reassuring regarding the best possible outcome for my case. While preparing my case I was kept well informed and was consistently and accurately updated with any new information. Had it not been for Sawl Law Group, I would not have been as far as I am today in my military carrier. I highly recommend this professional and well experienced team of attorney's.- James M.
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Sawl Law Group was such a big help to me. I would definitely recommend anyone who needs a lawyer to them. I currently live in a different state and was unable to appear in court. Sawl Law Group stood in on my behalf. I was so grateful. In the end my warrant was recalled, and I was able to complete the stipulations of my case in my current state. This was such a relief to me. My fee was very affordable, and I was able to be put on a payment arrangement. I couldn’t of asked for better service. My person of contact was Claudia, and she was very helpful, and informative. She answered all my questions, always contacted me back when a message was left, and was always available for me. She walked me through the whole process and I appreciate her support. I just want to thank my lawyer Michelle for working on my behalf and Sawl Law Group for helping me out when I most needed it. So if your searching for a good lawyer who would work on your behalf, please choose Sawl Law Group.
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