Mississippi Drug Possession Lawyer

A “simple” drug possession conviction in Mississippi is not simple. A conviction for possession of controlled substances in Mississippi, even marijuana, may result in court-ordered drug treatment, jail time, probation, community service, fines and court costs, and suspension of your driver’s license. It could also result in forfeiture of property that law enforcement wants to say is related to your arrest, and some law enforcement agencies actively seek restitution for their costs related to the arrest and prosecution. The severity of the penalties varies with the crime, but most drug charges in Mississippi have severe collateral consequences of some kind. If you want to avoid jail time you will need to contact a skilled Mississippi drug possession attorney early on in your case.

There are ways to beat a possession charge in Mississippi, or at least to reduce your exposure to the maximum penalties. We can help you determine your legal options, and we’ll discuss ways to either get the charges dismissed, or keep them off your record. Call us for a consultation whether you think you want to fight the case in court, or are prepared to plead guilty and need us to work with the prosecutor for the best possible deal.

How to Beat a Mississippi Drug Possession Charge

1. Motion to Suppress - The first step in defending a drug possession charge is almost always a motion to suppress the evidence on grounds of unreasonable or illegal search and seizure. A motion to suppress any statements you may have made before the police read you your Miranda rights may also be appropriate.
2. Forensic Issues – The prosecutor must prove that the substance involved actually was an illegal controlled substance, and that this controlled substance belonged to you. It is up to your defense attorney to hold them to their burden of proof.
3. Other Issues – There are other motions and tactics that are possible depending on the facts of your case.

Drug Possession Penalties in Mississippi

The maximum penalties for drug possession depend on which drug you are alleged to have possessed, and how much.

Contact an experienced Mississippi Drug Possession Lawyer

If you would like to discuss your Mississippi drug case with us, please call The Guthrie Firm, PLLC at 601-991-1099 or toll-free at 866-991-1055. Feel free to contact us by email as well. Initial consultations are free, and we have reasonable rates and payment plans on criminal cases. Contact us today. We are here to help.