Taney County Drug Crime Lawyer

Scrivner Law Firm LLC, is a highly skilled legal practice that is fully equipped to handle Drug Crime cases effectively. We understand that being charged with a drug crime can be distressing and can lead to serious legal consequences. Our accomplished attorney and former prosecutor, Dayrell Scrivner, is committed to understanding every intricate detail of your case and working tirelessly to ensure the best possible outcome for you. Great emphasis is placed on providing dedicated, individualized attention to each client, ensuring your rights are protected throughout the legal process. 

If you’ve been charged with a drug crime, don’t face it alone. Scrivner Law Firm LLC is here to provide the robust defense you need, and to help guide you through this challenging time. Contact us at (417) 699-0074 to discuss your case and your legal options. Trustworthy and professional, we are equipped to handle your drug-related charges effectively and aggressively.

Types of Drug Crimes

• Possession: This is perhaps one of the most common drug crimes under Missouri law. If you’re found with controlled substances on your person, in your car, your home, or anywhere else you control, you could be charged with drug possession. Penalties for this crime vary depending on the type and amount of the drugs involved.
• Possession with Intent to Sell: A notch higher than mere possession, this crime is charged when authorities suspect that you not only had drugs, but intended to distribute or sell them. This is often determined by the quantity of the drug, packaging materials, scales, or large amounts of cash found with the drugs.
• Trafficking: This serious crime is typically a felony charge and involves the intent to sell, purchase, manufacture, or deliver a controlled substance. It also covers bringing an illegal drug into Missouri with the intention to sell or distribute it.
• Manufacturing: If you’re involved in any part of the production process of illegal drugs – from growing marijuana to cooking meth – you can be charged with drug manufacturing. This crime carries hefty penalties especially for substances considered particularly harmful or addictive.
• Paraphernalia: Drug paraphernalia refers to any device that is used to consume, conceal, or prepare illegal drugs. This can range from pipes and bongs to baggies, scales, or spoons. Possessing such items can also result in criminal charges.

Navigate the complexities of facing any of these charges with our firm. We are dedicated to serving and advocating for individuals facing these daunting circumstances. We represent criminal defendants tirelessly, exploring every facet of your case, and leveraging our profound understanding of the law to work towards favorable outcomes.

Drug Schedules

Facing a drug offense in Taney, Stone or Christian counties could pose an array of challenging consequences depending on the type of drug and quantity seized during arrest. Missouri classifies drugs into distinct “Schedules,” each bearing different penalties.

• Schedule I drugs: These are substances considered to have high potential for abuse and currently have no accepted medical use. Examples include heroin, LSD, and ecstasy. Possession or distribution of these drugs can lead to severe consequences, including hefty fines and possible incarceration.
• Schedule II drugs: These substances also have a high potential for abuse, but they may have some accepted medical uses. Examples include cocaine and methamphetamine. Penalties for possession or distribution are also severe but may be comparatively mitigated if it can be demonstrated the drugs were used for medical purposes.
• Schedule III drugs: This category includes substances with a less potential for abuse, and that have accepted medical uses. Some types of steroids and some barbiturates fall under this category. Penalties for offenses related to these drugs generally are less severe compared to Schedule I and II.
• Schedule IV and V drugs: These are substances with lower potential for abuse and generally accepted medical uses. Examples include prescribed medications like Xanax or cough syrups containing small quantities of codeine. Penalties for offenses related to these drugs are typically the least severe.

These classifications, however, do not guarantee the final outcome for any given case. We, at Scrivner Law Firm, understand the complexities of drug laws and offer our vast experience and in-depth knowledge to ardently defend individuals accused of drug crimes. Our aim is to reduce or remove the serious charges you face, upholding your rights in the process, and providing a robust legal defense strategy.

Defenses to Drug Crime Charges

Understanding potential defenses can play a pivotal role in any drug-related case, and our highly skilled team is ready to guide you through the complexities of your case. With profound knowledge of the legal landscapes, we efficiently handle:

• Search and Seizure Violations: If the police didn’t adhere to diligent legal procedures when performing a search or making an arrest, it could potentially invalidate any evidence they might have gathered, thereby weakening the prosecution’s case substantially.
• Lack of Control over or Access to the Drug: It is the plaintiff’s responsibility to definitively establish an accused individual’s perspicuous control over the drug. Our firm aids you in challenging the assertion of your overt control over the confiscated drugs.
• Entrapment: Our legal team can contest charges if we determine that you were lured into committing a drug-related offense by law enforcement entrapment.
• Chain of Custody Problems: We can challenge the legitimacy and integrity of the chain of custody, thereby questioning the validity of the drug sample itself. If a break in the chain of custody surfaces, it can collectively undermine the integrity of the prosecution’s evidence.
• Duress: Being forced into committing a drug-related crime due to threats or fear of harm can be a potent defense, and our seasoned attorney can help you put forth and substantiate this claim credibly.

Our commitment to every client is to help them navigate their legal journey confidently by providing them with a thorough understanding of the potential defenses available to them.

Ready to Battle the Prosecution for You

Standing accused of a drug crime can alter the course of your personal and professional life, leaving a lasting impact. The gravity and intricacy of the legal proceedings that follow require a well-versed and steadfast legal ally – that’s where our Taney County drug crime lawyer steps in. Armed with substantial experience in confronting drug crime accusations, our firm excels at delivering robust defense strategies to counter the prosecution’s charges. Knowledgeable about state and federal laws, we meticulously prepare your case, focusing on unearthing the weaknesses in the prosecution’s arguments, safeguarding your rights all the while. We stand beside each client from the onset, helping them face the legal labyrinth confidently. 

Every individual has a right to fair representation and at Scrivner Law Firm LLC, we uphold this fundamental principle unwavering. Reach out to us and let us walk this difficult path together; we assure you that with us in your corner, you won’t fight this battle alone.