Drug and Marijuana Crimes

Aggressive Defense For All Michigan Drug Crimes

The ABDO LAW FIRM handles major drug crimes involving trafficking or minor drug crimes which involve simple possession. We know how to weaken the case of the prosecutor if the search and seizure was illegal or improper in Macomb, Oakland or Wayne County or if someone is falsely charged as a conspirator, or aider and abettor. We can provide legal representation covering a broad range of offenses involving all analogues, controlled substances, cocaine, heroin and marijuana. Drug crimes involve violations of federal or Michigan law, or both. Depending on the particular circumstances of a case, these offenses can result in a broad range of potential criminal and administrative consequences, including probation, prison, property forfeiture, driver license suspension and participation in a court-ordered drug treatment program.

Charges and penalties for Michigan drug crimes are classified according a person's involvement which can range from mere use or possession to the more serious crimes classified as delivery, manufacturing and possession with intent to deliver. Among other factors, the quantity of drugs which are involved can make a difference in the severity of the charges.

Possible Reductions, Dismissals

  • If you are charged with a first offense for use or possession of drugs or marijuana, there is a good chance that we can have the charges dismissed pursuant to a Michigan Law known as 7411 or MCL 333.7411
  • If you are age 17 to 20, you may qualify to have drug charges dismissed that involve delivery or sale pursuant to a Michigan Law known as Holmes Youthful Trainee Act or HYTA.
  • Our firm has negotiated several felony drug crimes down to misdemeanors to avoid the stigma associated with a felony conviction when this is the best option

The Michigan Controlled Substance Benchbook has a wealth of information regarding drug crimes for your reference.

Let our experienced Macomb County criminal defense lawyers represent you if you are charged with a drug crime. We know how to fight for your rights in all Metro Detroit Courts.

Michigan Criminal Lawyer Blog - Drug Offenses