Challenge the charge. Examine the evidence.

Drug-possession charges can carry serious consequences.

In Las Vegas, laws involving the possession and use of controlled substances are actively enforced. A conviction can expose a person to felony penalties, incarceration and substantial fines. The potential consequences depend on the substance, quantity, alleged purpose and prior history.

Attorney Joseph S. Meloro will listen to the circumstances of your case and develop a defense strategy tailored to the evidence and the facts.

Drug charges may involve prescription medications allegedly possessed without a valid prescription, as well as controlled substances such as cocaine, fentanyl and methamphetamine. Nevada law covers a broad range of substances and distinguishes simple possession from possession for sale and trafficking allegations.

Nevada Revised Statutes (NRS) 453.336 generally prohibits knowingly or intentionally possessing a controlled substance unless it was obtained through a valid prescription or is otherwise authorized by law.

The Corso Firm will help you understand the charge, what the State must prove, the potential penalties and the available defense options. The defense may involve questions about the search, seizure, alleged possession, substance testing and other circumstances specific to the case.