New York Prescription Drug Crime Attorney

Prescription drugs are controlled substances just like illegal street drugs. This means that a person may not possess, sell, distribute, or manufacture these, unless with a valid prescription or proper authority. Many prescription drug crimes are felonies in New York, and this means that the defendant may face years in state prison, heavy fines and other penalties.

In the face of prescription drug charges in New York, we highly recommend involving a New York drug crime lawyer to defend your rights and interests. With knowledge in this field and the resources to fully investigate your case and represent your side of the story, an attorney can work to help you avoid a conviction and maximum penalties for these offenses.

Prescription Drug Charges in New York

There are various types of drug charges that may be related to prescription drugs. These may involve state and/or federal law enforcement agencies and may result in the defendant facing varied penalties, depending on the type of prescription drug and the amount. Some prescription drugs commonly associated with drug crimes include: Vicodin, oxycodone, steroids, Xanax, Ritalin, and much more. Our law firm handles all types of criminal charges and investigations associated with prescription drugs in New York, including:

• Possession
• Possession with intent to sell or distribute
• Manufacturing
• Trafficking
• Import/export
• Sale
• Distribution
• Prescription fraud

Involving a New York Drug Crime Defense Attorney

Acting quickly and involving a New York drug crime defense attorney is one of the most important steps to take in the face of criminal charges involving any type of prescription drug. At Conaway & Strickler, P.C. we have experience in handling prescription drug crime cases, and we are ready to put our experience and resources to work for you.