How to Choose a Los Angeles Criminal Defense Attorney to Fight Drug Charges
California drug charges can have extremely serious consequences for your life. Some of the punishments for drug offenses include prison time, fines, court-ordered rehab, the loss of professional licenses, and more.
If you have been charged with a California drug crime, such as possession of cocaine or methamphetamine, manufacture of cocaine or methamphetamine, or sales of illegal drugs, you need to hire a very skilled lawyer. It is best to hire an attorney who focuses solely on criminal law, rather than a general practitioner who dabbles in criminal law on the side.
You should look at an attorney’s reputation. If you have worked with other lawyers, call them to ask for recommendations for a criminal attorney. Ask friends or family members for recommendations. You could also look at websites that provide reviews from clients to see what former clients think of their experiences with an attorney.
California criminal defense attorneys also need significant experience in drug offenses. A lawyer may have years of experience in white collar crimes or violent crimes, but has never handled a drug crime before. It’s best to locate an attorney with a significant amount of experience defending against drug charges.
Once you have gotten a few names, check out the websites of the attorneys. Do their websites show a lot of up to date knowledge and experience with drug charges? Consider calling the attorneys to see if they would consult with you before you select one. Do you feel comfortable with the attorney? Do they inspire confidence? Do your personalities mesh well together?
If you are searching for a Los Angeles drug crimes attorney, contact the knowledgeable lawyers at the Law Offices of Lawrence Wolf. Contact us today at (310) 277-1707.
