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South Florida Attorney Gets Drug Possession Charges Dismissed
South Florida Attorney Gets Drug Possession Charges Dismissed
Quick Summary:
The client was in a stolen car with two other defendants. When the cops pulled the car over, the client willingly gave her purse to the police officers and the officers found drugs. The client claimed that the purse and the drugs were not hers. The result was charged dismissed after Rossen Law Firm successfully negotiated a resolution that included the client entering a diversion rehabilitation program.
Facts of the Case:
A 26-year-old woman from Loxahachee, Florida was pulled over in a stolen vehicle. After being properly Mirandized, the defendant willingly allowed officers to search her bag. During the search, officers found drugs in her purse. Despite the evidence, the client maintained that the purse and its contents did not belong to her. She was charged with one count of Trafficking Phenethylamine, one count of Possession of Methamphetamine, and one count of Introduction of Contraband.
Process and Result:
- Strategy Session: David Tarras, the lead attorney on the case, had multiple strategy sessions with the client's father. During these sessions, David focused on gathering and presenting a mitigation package to demonstrate the client's outstanding character and achievements.
- Type of Session: The strategy sessions were conducted both in person and over the phone to accommodate the client's father’s schedule.
- Concerns of the Client and Actions Taken by Rossen Law Firm: One of the primary concerns was the potential long-term impact on the client's future due to the severity of the charges. David emphasized the client's clean record and first-time offender status, aiming to highlight her positive contributions to the community.
- Motions Filed: David filed a comprehensive mitigation package which included character references, academic achievements, and evidence of the client’s active involvement in community service.
- Stages of the Justice System: The case went through several stages of the justice system. Initially, the client was arraigned, where she pleaded not guilty. Following the arraignment, a series of pre-trial hearings were held. During these hearings, David presented the mitigation package and negotiated with the prosecution. The negotiation phase was critical in illustrating the client’s lack of intent and her positive background. The case ultimately reached a point where the prosecution agreed to consider a diversion program.
Final Case Result:
David Tarras, the lead attorney, successfully negotiated a resolution that included the client entering a diversion rehabilitation program. This program was pivotal as it allowed for the dismissal of all charges upon completion. Given the client's status as a first-time offender, the diversion program offered her an opportunity to avoid a permanent criminal record. The client completed the program, received the necessary rehabilitation, and ultimately had all charges dismissed. This outcome not only provided the client with a clean slate but also set her on a path towards a more positive future.