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Possession With Intent To Distribute

Possession with Intent to Distribute Defense Attorneys in Fairfax

Charges Of Possession With Intent Can Endanger Your Future

Drug cases are frequently prosecuted aggressively and often result in severe penalties for those who are convicted. If you have been charged with drug possession with intent to distribute, you face severe criminal penalties, including years in prison.

At Lawrence, Smith and Gardner, we have extensive experience defending people in Virginia against drug-related charges. We never forget that we are working for you, not the other way around. We will do everything in our power to ensure a dismissal of your charges or a not guilty verdict. From arraignment, preliminary hearing, through sentencing in circuit court, we stand ready to protect your interest.

Contact us today online or by telephone at (703) 382-5840 to speak with a knowledgeable Fairfax, Virginia, drug charge defense lawyer.

Fighting Drug Charges

At Lawrence, Smith and Gardner, we offer clients the experience and resources of a large defense firm, and the accessibility and communication of a smaller firm. We represent clients in a number of drug-related defense cases, including possession of drugs with intent to distribute.

The sentence ranges you face for an intent to distribute charge depend on the drugs involved:

  • For cocaine charges, a first offense carries a prison sentence of five-40 years. A second offense, five years to life in prison.
  • Immigration consequences, all drug-related offenses potentially have serious immigration consequences.

Our attorneys have handled numerous drug defense cases and know the avenues to success. We know the threshold the prosecution must cross and are adept at challenging evidence, witness testimony, and other case elements that are detrimental to our clients’ prospects. We know how to challenge the way the police followed the necessary procedures in order to protect our clients’ constitutional rights. We will use our skill and experience in criminal law to aggressively pursue a favorable result for you.

Contact Defense Attorneys Who Put You First

You can trust that you, as well as your future, are our top priority. We strive to protect your rights at every step, and make the law work for you. 

Use our contact form or call us at (703) 382-5840 to arrange a free initial telephone consultation.

Hear From Our Happy Clients

At Lawrence, Smith & Gardner, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.

    “I am forever grateful for your help!”
    Dear Mr. Brillantine and Mr. Smith,
    Thank you so much for your time and effort in the past several weeks. I am forever grateful for your help! Thank you.
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    “The efficient way you and your staff handled my case, resulted in less anxiety for me.”
    Dear Mr. Smith,
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    “We appreciate the courtesy and professionalism of your wonderful staff.”
    Dear Mr. Smith,
    We just want to thank you for all your help in our son’s recent traffic case. Things were looking extremely bleak. However, thanks to your knowledge of the law, persistence, ability to talk to people, hard work and grace … What a relief it has been. We also appreciate the courtesy and professionalism of your wonderful staff.
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    Dear Ron,
    I am consumed with awe for your legal maneuvering to assist me in court yesterday. Thank you for making it possible for me to continue with my life.
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    To Ron Smith,
    I just wanted to extend my gratitude to you for representing me earlier this month when I went back to court to obtain my restricted license. I appreciate the courtesy and professionalism from you and your staff and under no circumstances hope to ever need your services for a serious matter like that again.
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    “Thanks for that usually elusive gift … a second chance.”
    Dear Mr. Smith,
    Thank you for all your help. Please extend my thanks also to Martin for his patient support of an incoherent client, as well as to Lisa for her many phone calls. Thanks for that usually elusive gift … a second chance.
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    “Thanks again Ron you ROCK!”
    Ron,
    I can’t thank you enough for everything. If it weren’t for you I would be in a world of hurt today. I owe you so many thanks. If you ever need anything!! Please pass along all my thanks to your staff and co-workers. Please let Lisa I’m so sorry you missed her lunch too. Thanks again Ron you ROCK!
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    “I can look back on this experience as a valuable lesson and continue on with my life.”
    Dear Mr. Smith,
    I wanted to tell you how grateful I am for your help with my recent difficult situation. I was amazed at your skill and knowledge of the court system, and appreciative of your insight in these matters. I can look back on this experience as a valuable lesson and continue on with my life. Thank you for giving me that opportunity.
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What Sets Us Apart

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  • Free Initial Consultations for All Clients
  • Numerous Positive Reviews from Our Clients
  • A Diligent Approach to Each Case
  • More Than 40 Years Serving Our Community
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