Michigan is Known for its Harsh Penalties for Drug Possession. Protect Your Future with Help from a Top Detroit, MI Drug Crime Lawyer

Are you Facing Serious Criminal Charges Involving Narcotics or Other Controlled Substances?

If so, it may benefit you to contact The Marcel Benavides Law Office as soon as possible. The State of Michigan prosecutes narcotics crimes aggressively, and our firm is willing to do whatever it takes to see that your rights and freedom are protected, regardless of how serious your charges may be. With more than 15 years of experience in the field, our Oakland County drug lawyer possesses the skills, resources and tenacity necessary to take on even the most complex cases.

With so much at stake, do not hesitate to take action! Work with an Oakland County drug crime attorney who:

Has a proven record of trial case results
Has handled many criminal law matters similar to your particular case
Has a working knowledge of all legal elements, including police misconduct
Has a network of satisfied clients and professional colleagues alike
Has an effective strategy to reduce, acquit, or dismiss your charges

The State of Michigan has laws that prohibit individuals from possessing, delivering, and manufacturing certain drugs unless they have some legitimate authority to do so. Many of the drugs that are controlled by state law (or "controlled substances") fall under the category of narcotics. Because of the effects that narcotics can have on the human body and within the public, drug crimes that involve these types of controlled substances tend to result in the most severe penalties.

Types of narcotic drug crimes can include:

Possession
Delivery
Manufacturing
Trafficking
Possession with intent to deliver / manufacture

In Michigan, controlled substances are categorized into five different "schedules." Schedule 1 and 2 narcotics are the most serious types of narcotics and can lead to extreme penalties. Some individuals may be at risk of spending just a few years behind bars while others may be facing decades of possible prison time. Offenders are also usually subject to expensive fines that can go as high as hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Your Future Could Be in Jeopardy - Don’t Take Any Chances

Because the charges for a narcotic crime will depend on the type of drug, the amount involved, and the nature of the offense (such as simple possession vs. drug trafficking), there are a wide variety of potential penalties. If the defendant has previous drug convictions, the severity of their penalties may also increase.

Regardless of the charges you face, you must know that you have defenses available to you. We are prepared to thoroughly investigate your case as necessary to successfully challenge a police report, arrest warrant, or claim against you.

Get the Advice and Answers You Need Now – Call for Your Consultation

You have the right to retain legal counsel. We are ready to protect your rights, freedoms and interests – starting now. With the dedicated assistance of our Oakland County criminal defense attorney, you may see your charges reduced or even dropped. Contact us as soon as possible after your arrest to begin your defense with a case consultation! We defend clients in Oakland County, Detroit, Birmingham, Oak Park, Southfield and throughout the tri-county area.

Criminal Defense

Posted by Rose Gayden, March 12th, 2014 I hired Mr. Benavides for my son's criminal case I was very impressed with his knowledgeable calm approach he really set me and my family at ease and we were quite pleased with the results we received this is my first time hiring an attorney and he went over and beyond to assure excellent results.

From DUI to Medical School

Posted by Anonymous, September 26th, 2013 Marcel is one excellent attorney. He is very knowledgeable and was able to help me to better understand the complexities of my case. Marcel is more than competent in his own right, but because he has helped so many people and is regarded so highly by so many of his peers, when you are working with Marcel you are working not only with him but also with his vast and far-reaching network of varied skills and expertise. Specifically, Marcel gave me many options to help put myself in a better position for my DUI case, to which I took full advantage of. He was there every step of the way helping me do every possible thing to improve my chances in my case. He always made himself available and truly was a pleasure to work with. It is because of him that I have been able to successfully move on from my DUI and attend medical school. Marcel will be honest with you, work hard for you, and put you in the best position possible for success in your case.

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