Serious Drug Crime Defense For Georgia
Police and prosecutors throughout Georgia place a high priority on narcotics offenses. If you are facing an investigation or charges for a drug trafficking, possession or possession with intent to distribute offense in Georgia, your life will be turned upside down by the system. At my firm, J. Pete Theodocion, Attorney at Law, I have the skill and knowledge necessary to fight aggressively for a beneficial outcome.
Former Prosecutor With 25-Plus Years Of Experience
I am Augusta drug trafficking attorney Pete Theodocion. I have experience as a former prosecutor of drug crimes in Georgia and now use my more than 25 years of criminal law experience to provide aggressive, effective legal defense in all types of drug cases.
I have extensive experience in fighting drug cases in state and federal court, including challenging illegal searches and seizures, unlawful wiretaps, illegal detention and arrest, and improper police behavior. If you case goes to trial, I have successfully mounted numerous “equal access” defenses and have obtained acquittals in cases ranging from small possession amounts to large trafficking cases.
Understanding Drug Trafficking
To most, the term “drug trafficking” means active involvement in cross-border drug business. However, that’s not what the term means under Georgia legal definition. Trafficking is applied only to the amount of drug in a person’s possession. It can only be simple possession in all other cases, but if you have above a certain threshold, which changes with each substance, you will face a trafficking charge.
Additionally, the “weight” includes not just the drugs, but the paraphernalia such as packaging and cutting agents. This is yet another way Georgia tries to stack the deck against you in a drug charge.
Challenging Drug Weight And Quantity Calculations
Drug weight is an inconsistent tool that carries an outsized impact on potential sentencing. The difference of a few ounces or grams can mean years in prison due to Georgia’s mandatory minimum sentencing guidelines. I make a point of challenging the weight in the cases of my clients, because getting a real, accurate and lower weight can lower the stakes for your case.
That said, I don’t rely only on fighting the weight of the drugs; I fight every aspect of the case against you. My job is to protect your rights and help you secure your freedom, and as a former prosecutor, I have the knowledge and insight needed to do just that.
Act Quickly To Protect Your Rights
The government and its prosecutors are building their case against you, and you must take advantage of this time to begin preparing a real defense. Start defending your rights and your future with intelligent, skilled legal representation.
I have a successful case history of defending misdemeanor and felony narcotics offenses, including:
- Marijuana possession and intent to sell
- Cocaine possession and trafficking
- Drug cultivation and manufacturing, meth lab operations
- Prescription fraud
- Internet drug sales and purchases
- Possession of drug paraphernalia
- Federal drug trafficking charges
Juvenile Drug Possession Offenses
I have experience representing families of juvenile offenders charged with misdemeanor possession and distribution of marijuana, cocaine and other illegal narcotics. I work hard to ensure the system doesn’t ruin a promising future.
Your drug trafficking charges have put you in a tough situation. Call 706-250-8762, or contact me online to schedule a free consultation and to learn about your options.