Los Angeles Drug Crimes Attorney

Beverly Hills Drug Crime Defense Lawyer

Under California law, it is illegal to be under the influence of a controlled substance. This includes a prescription drug which was not legally prescribed, but it does not include medical marijuana which was legally prescribed and administered. Being under the influence of a controlled substance is a misdemeanor offense which may be punishable by 90 days to 1 year in county jail.

Los Angeles drug crimes lawyer Robert M. Bernstein is familiar with representing clients who have been charged with the crime of being under the influence of a controlled substance. Many times, even when evidence is solid that the defendant was under the influence of drugs, attorney Bernstein can secure alternative sentencing, such as rehabilitation or treatment, in lieu of jail time. Most importantly, Los Angeles defense attorney Robert Bernstein will review a client’s particular case in order to create a personalized plan of action for defending the client’s rights in the most effective way possible.

Drug Charges in Los Angeles County

Some of the controlled substances which are covered under California’s under the influence law include the following (and many more):

The Law Offices of Robert M. Bernstein is located in Beverly Hills, California, and we handle all types of drug charges throughout all of Los Angeles County. This includes drug possession, sale, distribution, trafficking, manufacturing and cultivation. Los Angeles drug crimes attorney Bernstein also handles juvenile drug crime charges involving a minor who is under the influence of a controlled substance.

Los Angeles Drug Crime Defense Attorney

Have you been arrested in conjunction with a charge involving being under the influence of a controlled substance? If so, contact Los Angeles drug crimes lawyer Robert M. Bernstein immediately to see how he can help!