Facing A Charge For Possession Of Drugs? Here Are 5 Things You Can Do To Boost Your Defense

With more than 50 billion dollars spent each year for the war on drugs in the United States, it's not a surprise that judges tend to be stern when it comes to hearing cases that involve a drug possession. But being charged for possessing drugs does not have to be a detrimental experience, as long as you learn from it and work to show the judge that you're committed to a life that no longer includes drugs. Here are five things you can do to boost your defense:

Go to In-House Rehab

Enrolling yourself in a rehabilitation program is a great way to enhance your quality of life while at the same creating a positive track record that the judge is sure to consider when your case goes to court. You can have the facility coordinator create a record of your stay and the progress you make while you're there, and present it to your lawyer so it can be submitted with other evidence. It's a good idea to keep a daily diary during rehab so you can easily refer to it if you're asked what you experience during your stay.

Attend Regular Meetings

When you get out of rehab, make a point to continue getting support by attending regular meetings in your community. The meeting facilitator can sign off on every meeting you attend so you have a ledger to give your lawyer as part of your defense evidence. If you can't find a meeting to attend in person, consider attending online meetings and having your ledger signed virtually. There are a variety of different types of support groups to choose from in addition to Narcotics Anonymous – some are geared specifically toward men and others cater to certain age groups.

Do Some Volunteer Work

Volunteering within your community can go a long way to show that you care about how your actions affect those around you. Talking to teenagers at high schools about the dangers of drugs and volunteering to clean up roadsides or repair old buildings in a rundown part of town are excellent options that will make you feel good about the service you are providing to your neighbors. And more than likely, the judge in your case will be impressed with the efforts you're making.

Write a Letter to the Judge

Get personal with the judge and write a letter that explains your feelings, insight, and intentions surrounding your case. Outline the steps you have taken to turn your life around and get specific about what you plan to do in order to stay out of legal trouble in the future. Avoid trying to explain why you got in legal trouble in the first place, because it doesn't matter when all is said and done. What matters is that you recognize and take responsibility for your actions as well as lay out a plan for a better future.

Make Being on Time a Priority

Being even one minute late for an appointment with your lawyer or showing up at the last minute to a court date can be construed as inconsideration and an overall lack of concern for how your case turns out. Make sure that you're a couple of minutes early whenever you need to see your lawyer or meet in a courtroom as a measure to prove that you have a commitment to resolve your case in a timely and professional manner.

These steps will not only help you overcome your possession charge, but they'll support and encourage you to continue making positive changes in your life that results in a happier and healthier you. To learn more about this topic, contact a defense attorney.

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