Santa Clarita Drug Defense Attorney

Local law enforcement agencies, including the Los Angeles Sheriff's Department, California Highway Patrol, Bureau of Narcotics Enforcement, and DEA, expend extraordinary resources to curb drug activity in the Santa Clarita Valley. This focus reflects recent concerns about the negative impact drug use has in the local community, including increased violence and theft-related conduct.

Thus, if you are charged with a drug offense in the Santa Clarita area, it is important to contact the experienced Santa Clarita Drug Defense Attorney, familiar with the local system, to determine your most effective options to resolve your case. While all drug charges are serious, there may be options where you can obtain a dismissal of your drug charges. Your first step is to call Attorney Gregory Caplan.

Santa Clarita Drug Defense Attorney Gregory Caplan worked as a drug prosecutor and participated in street and classroom drug recognition training with state and local narcotics investigators. Mr. Caplan is familiar with the various charges involved in drug cases, and understands the types of cases that law enforcement and prosecutors pursue. He has convinced prosecutors and judges to give opportunities to his clients to attend drug programs, and avoid incarceration in some drug cases. Mr. Caplan tries to focus the DA and bench officers on positive aspects of his clients, so the clients may be afforded second chances in life. He takes great pride in seeing clients succeed and putting their charges behind them.

If you or a loved one have been charged with drug-related violations, including transportation, possession for sale, or unlawful possession, in Santa Clarita, these are serious criminal offenses, and you can expect the prosecution to pursue strict sentences as punishment. The DA and judges look at many factors with drug cases, including whether children were present at the arrest, as well as if any other crimes, such as theft, burglary, and other serious offenses occurred because of the drug violations. These factors can result in enhanced sentences and substantial sentences.

Time can be of the essense in defending your drug case. Early intervention by a Santa Clarita Drug Defense Attorney can be an important factor in how your case proceeds in court. Gregory Caplan understands the significance of early intervention and evaluates the most effective options for each of his clients' cases. He has helped many clients with their drug cases, and can provide you with resources to resolve your drug charges, as well.

Santa Clarita Drug Charges and Consequences

Drug charges which involve methamphetamine, speed, marijuana, cocaine, crack, heroin, LSD, ecstasy, mushrooms, GHB, morphine, opium, methadone, oxycontin or any other narcotic or controlled substance can have devastating effects on your future, freedom and life as you know it. Related charges, including prescription drug fraud and theft to support drug use, can also result in substantial punishment, as well including, jail time or prison.

Let Santa Clarita Criminal Attorney Gregory Caplan help you determine effective strategies for your case. He is committed to helping his clients, and works tirelessly to resolve their cases. Find out your options and see if you may be eligible for a conviction alternative, including, drug diversion, drug rehabilitation, counseling, and a dismissal of your case, instead of a jail sentence.

What are your options for your Santa Clarita Drug Case? Contact us today! Call 661-225-7905!