Destrehan Drug Crimes Lawyer

Drug Charges And Your Rights

No matter how seemingly minor, every drug crime charge in Louisiana is serious. Knowing what to do in the immediate aftermath of your arrest could make the difference in achieving a positive outcome, like preserving your freedom. Thankfully, you can hire an experienced Destrehan drug crimes lawyer from Marino Law Firm, LLC, to protect your interests and constitutional rights.​

About the Marino Law Firm, LLC​

At Marino Law Firm, LLC, we have more than 50 years of combined legal experience working with criminal and family law clients. Whether you live near the Hale Boggs Memorial Bridge or close to Ormond Estates, locals across the state can count on our attorneys for dedicated legal representation. We’re here to help you and your loved ones beat the charges you face or mitigate potential conviction consequences.  ​

Marino Law Firm, LLC is led by the father-and-son team of Mark Marino and Orrin Marino. As the firm’s founder, Mark has established a formidable courtroom legacy defined by unwavering advocacy and peer-recognized excellence. Orrin elevates this foundation, utilizing modern legal strategies to make sure every client is empowered by a precise and meticulously tailored defense.

Our family name is tied to your case outcome, which we take your case results personally, and protect your future as if it were our own. Reach out to learn more about us and our available legal support.

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Drug Charges We Defend in Destrehan​

Across the United States, someone is arrested approximately every 35 seconds for a drug offense. In fact, in 2023 alone, over 870,000 Americans were arrested on drug charges. These numbers demonstrate the sheer prevalence of drug crimes across the country and emphasize the need for powerful criminal defense and support.

Local law enforcement in St. Charles Parish aggressively pursues drug crimes. If you need help clearing your name and combating drug charges, connect with the Marino Law Firm, LLC right away. We have extensive experience with a wide variety of charges, including:

• Possession of drug paraphernalia
• Manufacturing and cultivation, including “grow” allegations
• Trafficking and “weight-based” felony accusations
• Prescription drug offenses, including fraud, “doctor shopping,” forged prescriptions, and/or unlawful possession
• Drug-related DWI, including impairment and controlled substances
• Conspiracy and joint possession allegations, including multiple occupants, shared vehicles, and home allegations
• Enhancements, including school or daycare zones, or repeat or offender exposure (as location and prior offenses can increase exposure)
• Possession of a firearm while in possession of illegal drugs

Keep in mind possession isn’t just when drugs are “found near you,” as knowledge and control are the two essential elements the prosecution must prove beyond a reasonable doubt to establish legal “possession.” Without both, a person generally cannot be convicted of a drug possession offense. You should hire a lawyer who can help with “constructive possession,” which is when drugs are in a car or house with other people.

Also, it’s important to consult with an attorney who understands when possession may get “upgraded” to intent to distribute. Sometimes, state prosecutors point to common factors, including:

• Quantity and weight
• Packaging
• Scales and baggies
• Cash
• Multiple phones
• Text messages

Connect with Marino Law Firm, LLC, to discuss how to effectively fight the charges against you in Destrehan.

Building a Defense That Fights the Prosecution

​Your local prosecutor must prove that you committed a drug crime beyond a reasonable doubt. To do this, they typically build a drug crime case by gathering physical and digital evidence, securing witness testimony, and establishing a clear chain of custody for the seized substances. When you hire an attorney, they can build a strong defense by finding errors and holes in the prosecution’s case. Specifically, your attorney can attack:

​The legality of the arrest and investigation

• The reliability of the evidence
• The logic of the prosecution’s narrative
• Whether your rights were violated

Your attorney may be able to challenge evidence obtained in violation of your constitutional rights, attack the chain of custody of the evidence collected, dispute the laboratory results, undermine witness credibility, or offer alternative narratives. An attorney can be an invaluable part of your defense.  ​

You should hire a drug crimes lawyer from Marino Law Firm, LLC, who can explore all available legal defenses. We can develop a personalized strategy for your specific case. We understand the nuances involved in Louisiana’s drug laws, and we’re ready to identify any procedural flaws like Fourth Amendment violations that may lead to evidence suppression or case dismissal. 

Steps to Take During an Arrest

Your first step should always be to tell the police that you are not going to say anything until you can speak to a lawyer. At Marino Law Firm, LLC, of Destrehan, our attorneys have been providing effective legal counsel and representation for more than 35 years.

Learn more about how we have successfully represented numerous clients during both jury and nonjury trials and earned a reputation for being highly protective of our clients’ interests. Call us right away at 985-800-7096.

A Tough Case Needs A Tough Attorney

We have successfully represented cases involving a wide variety of drug charges, including drug possession, drug distribution, and possession with intent. We have dealt with many different kinds of drugs, such as cocaine, fentanyl, heroin, marijuana, and illegal prescription drugs.

The police must follow proper procedure when searching a home, car, property, or person for evidence of a crime. After carefully reviewing all of the police reports, we can explain the options available to you, including the potential advantages and pitfalls.

Drug charges are a serious matter, and we work hard to provide you with the information you need to make informed legal decisions. Even a misdemeanor conviction could mean time in jail and a criminal record that can haunt you for years. When a trial offers the greatest strategic advantage, we can fight for you in court and defend your rights and your future.

Hire a Drug Crimes Lawyer at Marino Law Firm, LLC Today

Get all the help you need from our office right away. Our Destrehan-based firm represents clients throughout southeast Louisiana’s river parishes. If you would like to schedule a consultation with Mark or Orrin at Marino Law Firm, LLC, call our office at 985-800-7096 today.

We invite you to contact the office during regular business hours with any urgent matters, including updates to your case. Our staff can help address your concerns and make sure our lawyers are kept well-informed. Contact us today.