Cocaine Offenses and Discretionary Fines

New Jersey Drug Crime Attorney

When you are convicted of a drug crime, the court has the option of placing extra or discretionary fines above the mandatory assessments These added fines can be extremely high and put extreme financial pressure on those who receive them as they can reach $300,000.00. If you are accused of a cocaine offense, it is crucial that you get representation from a New Jersey drug crime attorney quickly after your arrest, as fines can imposed upon you if you are convicted.

Drug crime convictionss carry assessments which range from $500.00 to $4,000.00. If the court believes you deserve a harsher punishment, it can add extra fines onto your sentence. The financial and emotional stress can be severe. There could be an assumption that you had financial benefit from the illegal drug trade. The legal team at The Law Offices of Allan Marain can help you determine your best way to move forward with the defense of your case and what should be done to seek to avoid the heavy financial damage of added fines. The drug crime defense team have decades of experience in defending serious drug offenses and an impressive court record. They defend individuals against charges throughout Middlesex County and New Brunswick and much of of New Jersey.

Building From the Ground Up

Your lawyer will analyze the evidence against you and, in consultation with you, plan your defense, seeking the best options in your specific situation. Small details often matter. They look for flaws in the prosecution's case against you – and they are often there to be exploited. Their extensive experience and trial experience is of great benefit in helping you fight to avoid heavy discretionary fines.

Contact a New Jersey drug crime lawyer regarding the discretionary fines that could be imposed.