Los Angeles Drug Charges Involving Minors Defense Lawyers

The "War on Drugs" has created severe penalties for nonviolent drug crimes, and the three-strikes law explicitly includes some California drug crimes in its provisions. Under the law, it is a "strike" offense to sell, give or otherwise furnish certain drugs to a minor under the age of 18, or to offer them to a minor. The drugs covered include:

• Heroin
• Cocaine
• PCP
• Methamphetamine and related drugs
• Precursors to methamphetamines (including industrial or household chemicals not used as drugs)

However, the law also applies to anyone who has "personally used a firearm" while committing a felony, meaning that other drug crimes may come under the three-strikes law if you had or used a gun.

Under the law, it does not matter whether the minor consented to or initiated the transaction, whether there was any violence involved or even whether there were any drugs at the scene. The three-strikes law treats defendants accused of offering or selling drugs in the same way as people charged with homicide, rape and other violent crimes. This injustice means drug defendants sentenced under the three-strikes law can expect mandatory jail time for the first strike and drastically increased prison sentences for any later strike.

Under these circumstances, it is essential to defend yourself by hiring an experienced California drug charges involving minors defense lawyer. At Wallin & Klarich, a top priority in any drug-related "strike" case is to find any flaw or mistake in a case that forces prosecutors to drop charges or reduce them to a non-strike charge. Because of the stigma attached to drugs -- and because a high-profile "drug bust" can enhance a career in law enforcement -- officers sometimes make mistakes or violate defendants' civil rights, which can get the case dismissed altogether or the charges radically changed.

Tustin-based Wallin & Klarich has more than 30 years of experience practicing law in Southern California. In that time, we are proud to say that we have successfully defended thousands of clients. After so long in practice, we understand the law regarding drug charges involving minors in Southern California, and we understand the juries and judges who will hear your case. We also understand that criminal charges are hard on our clients and their loved ones, which is why we strive to be available for our clients at all times -- 24 hours a day, seven days a week and every day of the year. And because we have offices from Palmdale to downtown San Diego, we are able to be there for you, wherever you happen to be.

At Wallin & Klarich, we offer free consultations, so there's no risk in speaking to us about your case. To set up a meeting, call us today at 1-888-287-3485 or fill out our confidential case evaluation form online.

At Wallin & Klarich, we approach every case with the belief that the person we're defending could easily be one of our own family members. We've seen firsthand how stressful legal matters can be for our clients and their loved ones. We are committed to being available to our clients at all times -- 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. If you or someone you love is facing criminal charges in Southern California, you should call Wallin & Klarich today for a free evaluation of your case. Call 1-888-287-3485 or fill out our online consultation form to get in contact with a legal professional today. We will be there when you call.