NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED FEDERAL LAWYERS
NY Penal Law § 22009 Criminal possession of a controlled substance in the fourth degree
|Last Updated on: 5th August 2023, 03:47 pm
Understanding Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the Fourth Degree Law in New York
Criminal possession of a controlled substance is an offense that carries severe consequences in New York. If you are facing charges, it is crucial to have an experienced and professional law firm by your side to guide you through the process. At Spodek Law Group, we have a team led by renowned Attorney Todd Spodek with the experience and knowledge necessary to handle even the most complex drug cases.
According to New York Penal Law § 220.09, criminal possession of a controlled substance in the fourth degree occurs when someone possesses narcotics, methamphetamine, lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), hallucinogens such as ketamine or gamma hydroxybutyric acid (GHB), phencyclidine (PCP), or stimulants without a valid prescription. The statute requires that one must possess a specified quantity of drugs for prosecution under this law. However, if someone has less than what is required amount-wise, they could still face charges under criminal possession of a controlled substance in either fifth or seventh degrees.
An Example of Criminal Possession of Controlled Substance in Fourth Degree
Imagine driving around town on your car painted bright red with shiny expensive rims and unusual detailing when suddenly police officers pull you over despite not committing any traffic violation because they find your vehicle suspicious. They conduct search on your car and find several vials containing cocaine hidden inside bag underneath your seat leading them to arrest you while filing charges against you for criminal possession of controlled substances.
However, at Spodek Law Group our experienced lawyers can help get these charges dismissed since there may be no probable cause demonstrated by police officers before stopping and searching your vehicle making their search unlawful.
Offenses Related To Criminal Possession Of A Controlled Substance In The Fourth Degree
There are other related offenses including:
– Criminal sale of controlled substances – § 220.34
– Criminal injection of a narcotic drug – § 220.48
– Criminally possessing a hypodermic instrument – § 220.45
Our team at Spodek Law Group has the experience and knowledge to handle all these cases effectively.
Possible Defenses Against Criminal Possession Of A Controlled Substance In The Fourth Degree
If you are facing charges for criminal possession of controlled substances in the fourth degree, our team can help bring into question the method used by police officers to find drugs. According to New York law, police officers must demonstrate probable cause before conducting any search; they must have valid reasons to suspect that someone committed a crime or have a search warrant.
If an unlawful search was conducted, anything found during such searches including illegal narcotics would be inadmissible in court leading your case likely being dismissed.
The Sentence For Criminal Possession Of A Controlled Substance In The Fourth Degree
Since criminal possession of controlled substance is categorized as class C felony if convicted one could face up to fifteen years imprisonment with minimum sentence handed down either three and half or seven years depending on whether there’s prior felony conviction while also paying fines up $15,000.
It is essential having experienced legal representation when facing charges related to criminal possession of controlled substances since it carries severe consequences.
Professionalism And Experience You Can Count On
At Spodek Law Group we are committed providing clients highest level professionalism expertise possible led by renowned Attorney Todd Spodek who has been recognized top lawyer New York outstanding work criminal defense bringing deep understanding law every case handled.
Why Choose Spodek Law Group For Your Criminal Possession Of A Controlled Substance Case?
At Spodek Law Group we understand serious consequences that come with criminal possession of controlled substance charge fourth degree which requires skilled attorneys deep understanding law necessary handling complex cases fighting best possible outcome clients negotiating plea deal taking case trial.
We bring professionalism expertise deep understanding law every case handled.
Show, Don’t Tell Language
When it comes to criminal possession of controlled substance in the fourth degree, having a law firm that understands complexities of the law and can effectively defend your case is crucial. At Spodek Law Group we have experience knowledge resources necessary handling even most complex drug cases.
Rather than simply telling you that we are the best choice for your case, we prefer showing our successful track record commitment excellence with proven track record achieving positive outcomes clients committed doing same for you.
Emotionally Charged Language
Facing criminal possession of controlled substances in the fourth degree can be frightening overwhelming experience since consequences conviction severe including possibility lengthy prison sentence substantial fines. At Spodek Law Group we understand emotional impact these charges may have on you and loved ones.
Our team is here to support you through every step legal process providing guidance representation needed achieve best possible outcome for your case while giving peace mind knowing skilled attorneys by side.
Conclusion
If facing charges related to criminal possession of controlled substances in fourth degree act quickly seeking help experienced legal team like Spodek Law Group who has expertise resources necessary handling cases effectively fighting best possible outcome clients.
Contact us today schedule free consultation learn more about how we can help protect rights achieve positive outcome for your case putting our experience knowledge work for you.