Drug Possession Defense Lawyer in Missouri

Drug Possession Defense Lawyer serving St. Louis, Kansas City, and ALL of Missouri.

Combs Waterkotte is the leading Drug Possession Defense Law Firm serving St. Louis, Kansas City, and the entire state of Missouri.

Drug Possession Defense Lawyer in Missouri

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If you find yourself accused of drug charges or possession, you are likely very afraid that a conviction could bring an unwanted burden for years to come. At Combs Waterkotte, our St. Louis drug charges and possession lawyers take on the challenge and fight on your behalf. As the leading Missouri criminal defense firm, we know how to achieve the best possible resolution to your case.

Drug Cases We Handle In Missouri

When you are caught with drugs in your possession, you are at immediate risk of being charged with a felony and possibly going to jail. Even a very small amount of a controlled substance can lead to a Class D felony, which often results in several years of incarceration.

With such severe penalties in play, our firm moves quickly to build your defense and pursue alternatives. We focus on reducing charges whenever possible, and we frequently negotiate for diversion programs such as drug treatment, drug court, and counseling to avoid jail time and long-term consequences.

We handle all major Missouri drug charges, including:

Possession or Control — RSMo §579.015

Knowingly possessing any controlled substance without authorization is a crime and is typically charged as a Class D felony. We defend clients facing:

• Heroin Possession
• Methamphetamine Possession
• Cocaine Possession
• Prescription Drug Possession

Possession With Intent To Distribute — RSMo §579.020

If you distribute, attempt to distribute, or possess large quantities of a controlled substance — or have packaging materials, scales, or other distribution tools — you may be charged with intent to distribute. This ranges from a Class E to Class B felony depending on the drug and quantity.

Drug Paraphernalia — RSMo §579.040

Selling, delivering, or distributing drug paraphernalia with the intent to manufacture, distribute, or use controlled substances is a Class A misdemeanor. When done for commercial purposes, it becomes a Class E felony.

Marijuana Charges

Missouri voters passed Amendment 3, legalizing recreational marijuana possession and use. However, manufacturing and distribution remain illegal without a state-issued license. Unlicensed grow operations or large-quantity marijuana cases can still result in felony charges.

Drug Trafficking — RSMo §579.065 & §579.068

Drug trafficking involves purchasing, attempting to purchase, or transporting large quantities of controlled substances. Penalties vary widely:

• First-degree drug trafficking: Class B felony, upgraded to Class A for certain quantities or substances
• Second-degree drug trafficking: Class C to Class A felony depending on evidence and substance

Drug Manufacturing — RSMo §579.055

Manufacturing, producing, or growing controlled substances is a Class C felony. Penalties increase when:

• The offense occurs within 2,000 feet of a school (Class B felony)
• Someone is seriously injured or killed in a methamphetamine-related explosion (Class A felony)

Additional Drug-Related Offenses

• Drugs in Vehicle
• Federal Drug Charges

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