What not to do when accused of a drug offence

Being accused of a crime is never nice, especially if you know that you are being wrongfully accused.

Drug related crimes come with some of the most severe potential penalties, and even if you know that you are innocent it is of the upmost importance that you take the situation seriously.

In the past, aameranwar.co.uk have represented those accused of drug trafficking, suppling, and production, using our extensive knowledge of drug related legislation and substantial resources to provide our clients with the most effective representation possible.

If you have been accused, or charged with a drug offence, the most important thing to do if to get in touch with a lawyer in your area immediately.

Do not speak to the police, or anyone else for that matter, about the charges in question until you have legal representation by your side.

If you have been wrongfully accused, dot NOT assume that you do not need a lawyer and that the truth will come out in the end regardless.

There are plenty of people in prison who have been wrongfully convicted before now and without the right representation you could find yourself joining them.

What NOT to do when accused of drug crimes

So far in this article, we have looked at some of the things that you should do when you are accused of drug charges.

Just as important, however, is what you should avoid doing, and the actions that could make your situation much worse than it already is.

Here are some of the most critical things to avoid when accused of a drug offence.

Tampering with evidence

Tampering or destroying evidence, even if you think it makes you look guilty is one of the worst things that you can do.

This not only includes drug paraphernalia but also text messages, possessions, and correspondence.

If it later comes to light that you took this action it could seriously harm your defence and the more evidence that your lawyer has the better when it comes to building a strong case on your behalf.

Talking to witnesses

Speaking to witnesses can seriously undermine their credibility and your chances of a positive outcome. If you think that there is someone who saw an incident and could help your case, talk to your lawyer who may then choose to approach them.

Any form of coercion or threats towards a witness can lead to very serious legal repercussions alongside your original charges.

Doing pretty much anything without a lawyer

We could go through pretty much every possible action that someone who has been accused of a drug offence could do and provide you with the exact same advice. Don’t do it until you have spoken to a lawyer.

Police interviews, DNA testing, speaking to those involved. Do nothing until you have consulted with a highly qualified drug lawyer.

The police cannot question you without a lawyer present if you request one, and you should always request one, so remain calm and don’t panic.