Prescription painkiller Oxycodone has been the number one cause of overdose deaths in Florida, according to a 2010 report by the Florida Medical Examiner's Commission.
That report indicated there had been a dramatic increase in prescription drug abuse, which has led to new laws, an increase in law enforcement and a decrease in tolerance within the judicial system.
Whether your drug charges are related to prescription drugs or street drugs, this is a very serious matter with significant consequences.
Knowledgeable Legal Counsel From Our Board Certified Florida Drug Charges Attorney
The founder of our Sarasota law firm, attorney Anthony G. Ryan, is a board certified criminal defense trial lawyer with extensive experience defending clients in prescription drug and street drug cases involving a wide range of charges, such as drug possession, sales, trafficking, fraud and intent to distribute.
The Law Offices of Anthony G. Ryan, P.A. offers free and private initial consultations with attorney Ryan so you have an opportunity to discuss the charges against you. He will answer your questions and explain your legal rights and your options. Please contact us to arrange a private meeting with attorney Anthony G. Ryan. You are under no obligation to retain our services. We accept evening and weekend appointments, and provide Spanish speaking services, upon request.
How Do I Know if the Search Was Legal?
Officers are trained to ask for permission to search your vehicle and you have the right to refuse that search. But even if you agreed to an officer's request to search your home or car, you may have a claim for illegal search/seizure.
When Should I Contact an Attorney?
There are less-harsh alternatives to criminal court, such as drug court or pretrial intervention, but delayed action may prevent you from taking advantage of those opportunities. You should seek legal counsel as soon as you have been arrested, or charged or are under investigation.
Dismissal of Charges
Attorney Ryan has in-depth knowledge of criminal court alternatives and he has helped many clients get into diversion programs. This can be life-changing because once diversion programs are successfully completed all charges may be administratively dismissed and removed from the record.
Additionally, our firm helps clients by providing referrals to addiction treatment centers, drug and alcohol counselors, and other highly respected professionals who can help us demonstrate to the court that our clients intend to change their destructive behavior.
Our firm offers free initial legal consultations because we believe that all people should have equal access to the law. We understand the anxiety most people feel due to the uncertainty about next steps. You are under no obligation to retain our services.
Contact us to arrange a meeting to discuss your drug charges with our Sarasota drug crimes attorney. We accept evening and weekend appointments, upon request.
Our criminal defense firm has extensive experience resolving juvenile crimes cases.
