Gwinnett County drug crimes lawyer
Matt defends allegations involving possession, possession with intent, and trafficking while scrutinizing the stop, search, warrant, lab evidence, ownership, and chain of custody.
Free ConsultationA Georgia drug charge is not a conviction. The State still must prove knowing possession and every element of the offense, and unlawfully obtained evidence may be challenged.
The charge, substance classification, alleged amount, intent evidence, and prior record can affect exposure. Do not assume that being near a substance proves possession. The State must connect the accused to the contraband legally and factually.
Drug cases frequently turn on whether officers had legal grounds to stop, detain, search, or obtain a warrant. Consent, vehicle searches, home searches, constructive possession, and statements all require careful review.
Matt evaluates videos, reports, witness accounts, lab testing, packaging, digital evidence, and who had access to the location. Depending on the facts, the strategy may seek suppression, dismissal, reduction, or an eligible alternative resolution.
Local criminal defense
Matthew S. Halley represents people facing criminal accusations in Duluth, Lawrenceville, Suwanee, Norcross, Peachtree Corners, and communities throughout Gwinnett County. Court, venue, and case availability depend on the specific matter.
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Sometimes, but not automatically. Several exceptions may apply, and the legality depends on the reason for the stop, probable cause, consent, and the scope of the search.
Constructive possession is an allegation that someone had the power and intention to control contraband even if it was not physically on them. Mere proximity alone may not establish it.
Evidence obtained through an unconstitutional search may be subject to suppression. Whether suppression leads to dismissal depends on what evidence remains.
Yes. Clients work directly with Matthew S. Halley from strategy through resolution.
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