St. Louis Drug Crimes Attorney
Experienced Defense Against Drug Crimes in St. Charles, St. Louis, & Chesterfield
Drug offenses are serious matters that can affect your ability to obtain employment or even housing. You may also be surprised to know that prior drug convictions may increase the range of punishment you face on a current or future drug case if you qualify as a prior or persistent drug offender under Missouri law.
If you’ve been arrested or are facing allegations of a drug-related offense, you may want to know:
- How do I know if I am a prior or persistent drug offender?
- What does it mean to be a prior or persistent drug offender?
These are commonly asked questions, but the answers are specific to each individual. The potential sentence you face under Missouri statute as a prior or persistent drug offender will depend on the specifics of your current drug crimes case and also your previous convictions. St. Louis drug crime attorney Jack Cavanagh can address these and any other concerns you may have in the face of drug charges. A former prosecutor with more than 50 years of legal experience, Attorney Cavanagh is a force to reckon with both inside and outside of the criminal courtroom.
Arrange a consultation today by calling (314) 309-2799. Our Missouri lawyers serve clients facing drug charges in St. Charles, St. Louis, Chesterfield, and the surrounding areas.
What Is the Sentence for Drug Possession in Missouri?
Drug possession of a controlled substance is a Class D felony in Missouri. If found guilty, a person serves a seven-year sentence in prison and faces charges up to $10,000. It does not matter if you face charges of simply possessing controlled substances or distributing, trafficking, or manufacturing one. A drug conviction could result in less than promising outcomes in drug crime cases. Our Missouri lawyer has experience successfully defending and negotiating drug charges.
Contact Our Drug Crimes Lawyer in St. Louis Today
If you have been charged with a drug offense, even an offense as seemingly insignificant as possession of marijuana, it is important for you to consult a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney to thoroughly evaluate your drug crimes case and determine what course of action is best for you. The decision to take your case to trial, try to work out a plea to an amended offense with the prosecutor or attempt to gain entry into a drug court program is an important one and should be made after meaningful consultation with legal counsel.
At Cavanagh & Associates, our criminal defense lawyers are prepared to provide the level of counsel and guidance you need. St. Louis drug crimes lawyer Jack Cavanagh leads our team with his trial experience and skill, helping clients across Chesterfield, St. Louis, and St. Charles properly respond to drug charges and pursue the best possible result in their unique drug crime cases.
Contact our Missouri law firm today at (314) 309-2799 to find out how we can help you.
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Read Stories Directly From People We've Helped
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"Two things define you. Your patience when you have nothing, and your attitude when you have everything."My experience with Mr. Cavanagh was very pleasant. I was kept informed about what was going on with my case. Phone calls were returned promptly and everything was explained to me. Knowledgeable, personable and fair - can't ask for much more than that. He was on my side. One more thing.... he's not a pushover when it comes to the opponent! Love it!- Terri Buckner
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"I would recommend Mr. Cavanagh as well as use him again in the future."Mr. Cavanagh was very patient in dealing with all of the difficulties of my case. He was pleasant to work with to get the child support and custody worked out in a way that was fair. He showed real concern for the welfare of my son. He was professional in guiding me with regards to counseling and getting my sons voice heard throughout the case as well. Lastly he was thorough in that he went through the original divorce decree and made sure I received what I should have gotten during the divorce. I would recommend Mr. Cavanagh as well as use him again in the future.- Former Client
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"Great Team! Highly Recommended."I worked with Jack and Eka recently and must say they exceeded my expectations. Great communication and compassion for what you’re dealing with. I wouldn’t hesitate to go back to them for any of my legal matters.- Donald Salisbury
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"Jack did a great job representing me"
Jack did a great job representing me while dealing with a high conflict ex. He was able to tell me what to expect and what was worth fighting for and did it in a way that made it easy to accept.
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"I was beyond satisfy"Mr. Jack Cavanagh was my attorney getting me removed from an child birth certificate that wasn’t my child. He made the process very easy and timely manner the communication was very good and I was beyond satisfy with the outcome and service Thank you Mr.Jack and Ms.English- Demetric L.
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"I've worked with Jack on two separate occasions and both times I felt that he not only had my best interest in mind but was going to bat on my behalf. "I would highly recommend setting up a consultation with Jack regarding your legal matters as he certainly goes above and beyond for his clients.- Matt
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"I highly recommend him"Jack took over my divorce case and made a seemingly endless divorce process (nearly 4 years with mediation, continuances and a former atty.) come to a quick and agreeable settlement. Jack is an effective and seasoned attorney that made easy work of the negotiations. He is respectful and concerned for his clients. His associates were friendly and helpful, ensuring that all paperwork was completed in a timely and accurate fashion. I highly recommend him if you are going through a difficult divorce.- Carol
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"He has worked with me even though we are in different states to ensure I am kept abreast of what is going on."He has worked with me even though we are in different states to ensure I am kept abreast of what is going on.- Former Client
