Drug Charge Attorneys In Kansas
A criminal conviction in a Kansas federal, state or municipal court on a drug charge can leave you with a criminal record that can restrict your ability to find work, housing, and meet educational goals.
That’s the bad news. Here’s the good news: The skilled and aggressive drug defense attorneys at Gyllenborg & Brown, P.A., explore every aspect of the investigation and prosecution to protect your rights.
Our drug crime lawyers use their 50-plus years of combined criminal law experience to investigate and defend charges involving the possession, use, manufacture, or distribution of illegal drugs and illegally-obtained prescription medication.
A Commanding Force In The Courtroom
Look to Gyllenborg & Brown, P.A., for legal leadership that makes a difference when you find yourself accused of:
- Possession of controlled substances such as marijuana, cocaine, heroin and methamphetamine
- Drug trafficking
- Drug importation, cultivation, manufacture and smuggling
- Drug sales to minors
- Driving while under the influence of drugs, or a combination of drugs and alcohol
- Possession of drug paraphernalia, party drugs, and prescription drugs
Understanding Drug Conspiracy Charges
Drug conspiracy is among the most serious offenses in federal and state criminal law, often carrying penalties as severe as the underlying drug crimes themselves. Kansas prosecutors pursue conspiracy charges when they believe multiple individuals planned or agreed to commit drug-related offenses together.
Unlike drug possession or drug distribution charges that require physical evidence of controlled substances, conspiracy cases can be built on communications, meetings and circumstantial evidence suggesting an agreement to commit drug crimes. Federal conspiracy charges are particularly dangerous because they allow prosecutors to hold each participant responsible for all actions taken by co-conspirators during the conspiracy period. This means someone with minimal involvement could face penalties based on the total drug quantities handled by the entire group.
Frequently Asked Questions About Kansas Drug Charges
Our attorneys address common concerns about drug charges to help you understand your legal options during this challenging time.
What are the possible defenses against a Kansas drug charge?
Several strategies may apply depending on your circumstances. Common defenses include challenging illegal search and seizure violations where police obtained evidence without proper warrants or probable cause. Chain of custody issues can undermine prosecution cases when evidence handling procedures were not properly followed.
Other defenses involve contesting evidence of intent to distribute by arguing that drug quantities were consistent with personal use rather than sales. Medical necessity defenses may apply for prescription drug cases, while entrapment defenses challenge cases involving overzealous police tactics.
Can a drug charge be expunged from my record in Kansas?
Kansas law allows expungement for certain drug offenses under specific circumstances. Eligibility depends on factors including the severity of charges, your criminal history and completion of sentence requirements, including probation.
First-time marijuana possession charges may qualify for diversion programs that result in dismissal upon successful completion. More serious offenses typically require waiting periods of three to five years after sentence completion before becoming eligible for expungement proceedings.
How does Kansas’ proximity to Missouri affect my drug charges?
The Kansas City metropolitan area’s location across state lines creates unique complications for drug cases. Federal prosecutors often pursue cases involving drug transportation between Kansas and Missouri, typically resulting in harsher penalties than state-level charges.
Interstate drug activity may trigger federal jurisdiction even for relatively small quantities. Additionally, different state laws between Kansas and Missouri can affect plea negotiations and sentencing options depending on where charges are filed.
Contact Gyllenborg & Brown, P.A., Today
If you have been arrested or charged with a drug crime at the municipal, state or federal level in Kansas, contact our law offices right away. We can take your call right now to 913-732-4782 and respond promptly to any email message sent from this website.