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Arrested for Drug Possession in Harrisburg? Contact Us Today for a Confidential Consultation

At The Hoover Firm, LLC, our Harrisburg drug possession defense lawyer provides experienced, aggressive, and solutions-focused legal representation. If you or a loved one were arrested and charged with drug possession, we are here to help. Contact us today at our Harrisburg law office for your fully private, no-obligation consultation with a top Pennsylvania criminal defense lawyer.

An Overview of Drug Possession Laws in Pennsylvania

Broadly defined, drug possession is the act of having a controlled substance without authorization. A person in Pennsylvania could face a possession charge for actual physical possession (drugs on their body) or constructive possession (knowledge and control over drugs in their home, vehicle, etc.) Drug possession charges generally fit into one of the following two categories:

Note: Most drug possession cases are brought under state law. However, it is possible for a person accused of drug possession to face a federal criminal charge—particularly if he or she is facing possession with intent to distribute a case as part of an alleged multi-state drug operation. 

Defenses Against Drug Possession Charges

A drug possession charge can carry serious penalties. You could face jail time even for a first-time simple possession offense. You must be prepared to defend yourself. Our Harrisburg, PA, drug possession lawyer, can help you determine the best approach for your specific case. Some of the most common drug possession defense strategies include:

Why Trust Pennsylvania Drug Possession Defense Lawyer David M. Hoover

Facing a drug possession charge is stressful, even overwhelming. You do not have to do it alone. David M. Hoover draws on more than a decade of legal experience to protect your rights. We are proactive. Among other things, our Harrisburg drug possession defense lawyer is prepared to:

Contact Our Harrisburg Drug Possession Defense Attorney Today

At The Hoover Firm, LLC, our Harrisburg drug possession defense lawyer puts the rights and interests of clients first. If you or your loved one were arrested for possession, we can help. Give us a call now or contact us online for a strictly confidential consultation. With an office in Harrisburg, we defend drug possession charges in Dauphin County and throughout Central Pennsylvania.