Attorney DelSignore has defended numerous clients charged with drug possession with the intent to distribute and has also handed cases involving distribution within a school zone which carry a mandatory minimum jail sentence. Attorney DelSignore provides vigorous representation on drug offenses and will work to obtain a reduction in the charges to simple possession, will prepare the case for trial if a resolution is not possible by filing appropriate motions to suppress or dismiss or your behalf, and will work to obtain a not guilty verdict should your case proceed to trial.

Drug Possession with intent to distribute: A Massachusetts drug offense of possession with the intent to distribute is a serious criminal offense that is a felony and can have serious consequences, including substantial jail time, mandatory minimum sentencing, lengthy and restrictive probationary conditions and a loss of driving privileges in Massachusetts.

Mandatory minimum penalty for distribution without school zone: Many times the Commonwealth will attempt to bring a drug distribution offense within the purview of mandatory minimum sentencing by alleging that the offense occurred within 1000 feet of a school zone or within 100 feet of a public park. Any conviction on a school zone offense will result in you serving 2 years day for day on that offense with no possibility of parole prior to serving two full years.

Charged with drug distribution as a result of being present at the wrong place at the wrong time during police execution of search warrant: Often a possession with the intent to distribute charge is based on someone being merely present where the police find illegal drugs such as marijuana, cocaine or heroin. Merely being present where drug are found by the police does not constitute possession of narcotics, whether cocaine, marijuana or heroin under the law.

Mere presence defense: In many cases, when drugs are not actually found on the person charged, a defense can be based on merely presence in the area. If narcotics are not found on the suspect, the Commonwealth must prove that the accused constructively possessed the narcotics by having the ability to exercise dominion and control over them. In cases involving searches of houses and apartments, the police will attempt to prove possession by linking the accused to the apartment and to the specific area where the narcotics are found by emphasizing the connection of the defendant to the area where the narcotics are found.

Motions in drug cases: Many times drug cases also raise motions to suppress evidence based on illegal searches and seizures under the Constitution. It is important to have an experienced drug crimes lawyer represent you to ensure that every defense based on lack of possession and every motion to suppress evidence is vigorously pursued. Attorney DelSignore has the care, commitment and knowledge to provide you with a zealous defense of any drug charges brought against you.