Drug-Related Offenses

Experienced San Jose Drug Arrest Lawyers

Distribution/ Possession of Narcotics • Cocaine Trafficking • Possession of Marijuana • Manufacturing Methamphetamine • Ecstasy

Our Lawyers Have Over 100 Years of Combined Experience in the Bay Area

At the law offices of Hinkle, Jachimowicz, Pointer & Emanuel, located in San Jose, California, our goal is vigorously to defend Californians who have been charged or accused of criminal offenses. Contact us to schedule a consultation on effective strategies for drug offense charges.

At Hinkle, Jachimowicz, Pointer & Emanuel, we have defended countless individuals in drug related matters. Experience is vital in a drug case. We are experienced San Jose lawyers who know how to keep drug cases out of federal courts, where penalties are much more severe.

If you have been arrested on a drug related offense, you need an attorney who understands how the police and district attorney operate. Depending on your situation you may be charged with a number of different charges including:

• Under the influence
• Distribution of narcotics
• Drug trafficking
• Cultivation
• Possession of a controlled substance
• Possession with intent to distribute
• Manufacturing
• Transportation and importation of narcotics

We will research your eligibility for drug programs available such as the Deferred Entry of Judgment Program (DEJ), and the Prop. 36 Program, which can not only keep you out of jail, but can also result in a dismissal of your charges. We have the expertise to know which program you are qualified for and even if the prosecutor does not agree we can often eventually persuade the court to allow you to take classes and avoid jail.

The Patriot Act has made it easier for law enforcement to search anyone they choose. It is imperative that you hire a law firm that understands how police obtain evidence and how to protect your Fourth Amendment rights. Three of the five criminal defense lawyers at Hinkle, Jachimowicz, Pointer & Emanuel were in law enforcement prior of coming to our firm. We have had many drug cases dismissed due to illegal search and seizure, lack of probable cause to stop, or ultimately by trial.

However, we understand that securing a verdict only solves half the problem. We understand issues of addiction and law relevant to the defense of DUI and drug offense charges. We have the experience to make referrals to a program that will often be accepted by the court in lieu of a jail sentence. These outpatient or inpatient programs often allow our clients to go to work and continue to support their families.

We are licensed to practice in state and federal courts, so regardless of what drug crime you are charged; we can vigorously represent your interests. We handle cases involving, among all others:

• Cocaine
• Prescription drugs
• Heroin
• Marijuana
• MDMA (Ecstasy)
• Methamphetamine
• Rohypnol
• Club drugs
• Crack
• Hallucinogens
• Ecstasy

If you have been or are about to be charged with a drug related crime contact the San Jose criminal defense firm of Hinkle, Jachimowicz, Pointer & Emanuel. We offer a free face-to-face consultation and can work out a payment plan in most situations.

Contact our California drug crimes defense attorneys to schedule a consultation.