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Illinois law covers a wide variety of drug offenses including illegal possession, possession with intent to deliver, delivery and manufacturing of controlled substances. Depending on the type and quantity of the substance involved, the conduct alleged, and a person’s criminal history, a charge can be more or less severe. A conviction can have repercussions well beyond the courthouse, even if the case starts out with a relatively small quantity of a controlled substance.
If you are charged with a drug crime, this does not mean that you will automatically be convicted. You may wonder if the prosecution can prove you knew you had the substance, if the police searched you or your property legally, and if the evidence actually supports a charge of delivery or intent to deliver. We go over the circumstances of the arrest and the evidence so that we can identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s case and discuss what options are available to you.
Drug cases can move quickly and it can be hard to know what to do or say after an arrest. At O’Flaherty Law we want to be sure that you understand what’s going on, get practical advice and stay in touch throughout the case. Whether you are dealing with your first drug possession charge or more serious distribution or manufacturing charges, we work hard to help you understand the process and make informed decisions about your defense.
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Yes, depending on the circumstances. Illinois drug possession cases are not limited to substances found in a person's pocket or directly on their body. Prosecutors may argue that a person knowingly had control over drugs found in a vehicle, home, bag, or another location. Whether the evidence is enough to prove knowing possession depends on the specific facts of the case.
Some people charged with qualifying possession offenses may be eligible for special probation under Illinois law. In certain cases, successfully completing the required probation can result in the proceedings being dismissed without a judgment of conviction being entered. Eligibility depends on the charge, prior record, and other circumstances, so this option is not available in every case.
Yes. Certain prescription medications are controlled substances, and possessing them without lawful authorization may lead to criminal charges. Charges can also arise from allegations involving the unlawful transfer or sale of prescription drugs. If prescription medication is involved in your case, documentation showing that you were legally authorized to possess it may be important to your defense.