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Drug Crimes

Plain-English guidance on Drug Crimes — what to expect, and how a case is defended.

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A person and defense attorney studying an evidence-location diagram beside sealed laboratory paperwork
Drug Crimes

Drug Possession Charges in California: What Must Be Proven?

A possession charge is not proved by finding drugs nearby. The prosecution must connect the substance, knowledge, control, and usable amount to the accused person.

8 min read
A defense team comparing an evidence inventory with a scale diagram and phone-message timeline
Drug Crimes

Possession for Personal Use vs. Possession for Sale

California does not use one universal quantity cutoff to separate personal possession from possession for sale. Intent is inferred from the full evidence picture.

8 min read
A person and defense attorney standing between a parked car and home while reviewing an untouched phone
Drug Crimes

When Can Police Search a Car, Home, or Phone for Drugs?

Cars, homes, and phones are not governed by one search rule. The warrant, consent, location, timing, and claimed exception must be reviewed separately.

8 min read
A person reviewing a court program calendar and completion checklist with counsel
Drug Crimes

California Drug Diversion: Which Program Are You Being Offered?

Drug diversion is not one automatic program for every possession charge. The filed offense, eligibility facts, county program, conditions, and completion record matter.

9 min read