Denver Defense Lawyers Is Drug Possession a Felony

Colorado drug laws have undergone significant changes in the last few years. Possession
of small amounts of marijuana has been decriminalized and possession of small amounts
of cocaine and heroin has been reduced from a felony to a misdemeanor. As a result,
defendants sometimes fail to take the charges seriously. Even a misdemeanor drug
possession charge can result in up to 18 months in jail, a permanent criminal record,
job loss and thousands of dollars in fines, court costs and treatment fees.

Other times, shame or embarrassment prompts someone to quickly plead to a drug charge
in an effort to put the incident behind them.

We think that is a mistake. If you have been arrested and charged with drug possession,
contact the Denver criminal defense attorneys at Rosenthal & Heymann for
a free and confidential appointment to discuss your rights. Our firm aggressively
defends the rights of clients facing drug possession charges throughout the Denver
area, including Aurora, Englewood, Lakewood and Boulder.

Possession of some drugs, including methamphetamine, remains a felony punishable
by up to 6 years in prison. So does possession of more than 4 grams of cocaine or
heroin. And marijuana possession, while decriminalized, still carries a penalty
of up to 18 months in jail if more than an ounce is involved. Felony charges apply
for more than a half pound, and the potential penalty is up to 3 years in prison.

All forms of drug cultivation, manufacturing, sales or distribution, remain felonies
and can lead to serious prison time if convicted.

At Rosenthal & Heymann, we realize that many people who are charged with drug possession
have simply made a mistake. Sometimes, addiction is at issue and should be treated
as a medical condition and not a criminal offense. But having a drug charge on your
permanent criminal record is something that can follow you for the rest of your
life. Whenever you have to apply for a job, you will likely be forced to admit to
a drug violation. A drug possession conviction can even prevent you from qualifying
for certain types of state or federal aid, including student loans, and may prevent
you from entering certain professions, or keep you from holding certain jobs or
occupational licenses.

If you are facing a Colorado drug charge, contact the Denver defense attorneys
at Rosenthal & Heymann today for a free and confidential appointment to discuss
your rights. We’re on your side. And we will do everything possible to help you
put this incident behind you without damaging your future.

Rosenthal & Heymann – Call 303-825-2223 – Free Consultation