Drug Crimes

San Mateo, California Lawyer
Defense of Drug Charges

If you are charged with a drug offense in California, you should be aware that a jail sentence is just one of the possible serious penalties you face. In addition, you may face community service, rehabilitation, and a heavy penalty. Conviction of a drug offense may also put you at a disadvantage in a competitive job market. At the law offices of Philip S. Barnett, in San Mateo, California, I will fight aggressively to protect your rights and keep you from facing the tough penalties which can result from a drug conviction.

Learn more about drug crimes defense at my Criminal Defense FAQ page

I am attorney Philip Barnett. For more than thirty-five years I have been providing effective criminal defense representation for people charged with state felony and misdemeanor drug crimes. I know that good people make mistakes. I believe that there is a big difference between making a mistake and being guilty of a crime. I never forget how frightened and confused you are, and I'll be by your side, fighting for your rights and the best possible outcome every step of the process. I won't tell you not to worry. But I will tell you that you cannot put a stronger and more experienced criminal defense advocate by your side than me.

If you or a family member has been charged with a drug charge, including felony possession and distribution, I am ready to help you. Contact my offices right away. Waiting to find out what the police or prosecutors are going to do next doesn't help anybody who has been charged with a drug crime.

A network of professionals for your defense

I am prepared with a team of experts to challenge any evidence submitted at trial. I work with nationally recognized toxicologists, criminologists, psychologists, and drug rehabilitation professionals to help develop and present the strongest and clearest evidence possible. With over thirty-five years of experience, I understand how to analyze a case and poke holes in the prosecution’s version of events, evidence, and testimony. I never forget that your future is at stake and I do everything within my legal power to relentlessly challenge the charges against you. If this means going to trial, I have successfully tried hundreds of drug cases.

Facing criminal charges is a frightening situation. You need the help of an aggressive criminal defense lawyer.

Don’t make matters worse by waiting. Let's discuss your drug crime charges right away. Contact me for a free consultation as soon as you are charged, or think that you will be charged.