Pittsburgh Criminal Defense Lawyer

In the 1980s, the government declared war on drugs.  It’s been the longest war in the history of our country and there is no end in sight.  The government has already lost this war, but politicians do not realize it, so the well-funded “war on drugs” slogs on.  Tough on crime politicians continue to pour money into this senseless “war,” while at the same time talking tough about budget deficits and the need to rein in spending.  The bottom line with this endless war on drugs is that it has had no effect on the availability of drugs in this country.

The war on drugs measures its success by the number of arrests made and the size of drug busts. Drug charges are pursued very seriously at the state, county and local levels in Pennsylvania. The popularity of drugs leads many people to think of drug crimes as minor offenses. This is very dangerous thinking because Pennsylvania has minimum sentencing guidelines that can include prison time for drug possessions, trafficking, distribution and manufacturing.

Individuals convicted of drug crimes may have difficulties for the rest of their lives finding steady employment; you may not be able to work in certain fields that require security clearance or hold certain professional licenses.  Even a simple marijuana possession charge may result in a criminal record that makes it very difficult to find employment.  You may also find yourself in the dangerous position of becoming a police informant.

If you have been arrested for any drug crime in Pennsylvania, or if you are the target of an investigation, you should involve an attorney as soon as possible.  It is never too early to have someone on your side fighting for your rights, especially when you face the terrible consequences of a conviction for a drug offense.  If you or someone you know are facing drug crime charges please do not hesitate to call me at 412-429-4360, email me at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or contact me through this website for a free consultation. Early intervention is critical to obtaining the best results.