How can I defend myself against a drug possession charge?
August 18, 2022 | 40,00 EUR | answered by Lukas Schlüter
Dear lawyer,
I am reaching out to you because I am in urgent need of help. My name is Renate Krause and I was recently charged with drug possession. I am completely desperate and do not know how to defend myself against it.
The situation is as follows: During a police check, a small amount of marijuana was found on me. I did indeed have the drugs on me, but it was only a small amount for personal use. I did not engage in any trafficking or provide the drugs to other individuals. Nevertheless, I was charged and now face an accusation of drug possession.
I am very worried about my future and my reputation. I have no prior criminal record and do not want this accusation to ruin my life. I am aware that drug possession is a criminal offense, but I would like to know if there are ways to defend myself against this accusation and what steps I should take now.
Can you please tell me specifically how I can best defend myself against this accusation of drug possession? Are there certain legal steps I should take? I am grateful for any support and I hope that you can assist me in this difficult situation.
Thank you in advance for your help.
Sincerely,
Renate Krause
Dear Mrs. Krause,
I understand your concerns and desperation in this situation. It is understandable that a charge of drug possession can have significant implications on your life and you surely want to do everything possible to defend yourself.
First and foremost, it is important to know that drug possession is generally illegal in Germany, regardless of whether it is a small amount for personal use or not. However, there are certain legal options to defend against such a charge.
In your case, since it was a small amount for personal use and you claim to have not distributed drugs to others, a favorable prognosis under a so-called "low degree of guilt" could potentially be considered. This means that your personal situation and the circumstances of the case will be taken into account to obtain a milder punishment or even a dismissal of the case.
It would be advisable for you to seek advice from an experienced criminal defense attorney in this situation. Your lawyer can help you defend your rights, review the charges, and develop possible defense strategies. They can also review the investigation files to check if all legal requirements were met and if there were any procedural errors.
Furthermore, you should also consider participating in therapy or a substance abuse prevention program. Voluntarily participating in such programs can have a positive impact on your case and show that you are willing to address your problems and make changes.
Overall, it is important to stay calm and seek professional help. With the support of an experienced attorney, you can improve your chances of a positive outcome in this case.
I hope this information is helpful to you and wish you all the best in your defense.
Sincerely,
Lukas Schlüter
Criminal Defense Attorney
