Torrance Marijuana Possession Lawyer

Marijuana Possession Attorney Serving Clients Across the South Bay and Los Angeles County

What does the prosecutor have to show to prove that I am guilty of this crime?

To prove that you are guilty of this crime, the prosecutor must show that:

1. You possessed drugs.
2. You had knowledge of their presence.
3. You knew that the substance you possessed was drugs.
4. You possessed the drugs with the intent to sell them.
5. The drugs were in a useable amount.

What defenses can your lawyers use in the defense of my case?

Depending on the facts and circumstances of your case, our Los Angeles criminal defense lawyers (Torrance criminal defense lawyers, South Bay criminal defense lawyers) may be able to argue that the amount of drugs that you are alleged to have possessed for sale was not a “usable amount.” To be convicted of this crime, you must possess more than useless traces or debris of the controlled substance.

If the drugs were found in your place of residence but you did not have control over them or have the right to control them, we may successfully argue that you did not possess them in the first place. Even if you knew of their presence, you cannot be convicted if you did not possess them either personally or through another person.

We may also be able to obtain a dismissal of your case through a pretrial motion arguing the constitutionality of the search or seizure that led to your arrest and charge for possession for purposes of sale. If the police did not have a search warrant to enter your home or your car and did not have a valid “exception” to the requirement that they must first obtain a warrant, we may be able to have the evidence against you thrown out. If the evidence is suppressed, the prosecutor may not have enough evidence to go forward with a trial and your case may be dismissed.

There are a host of issues we can evaluate based on our analysis of the police reports, witness statements and other evidence on file. Based on our findings, we may be able to successfully thwart a criminal prosecution in court or otherwise weaken the case against you.

Local Legal Support for Marijuana Possession in Torrance 

Living in Torrance, you understand the unique challenges our community faces when it comes to marijuana possession laws. Local law enforcement, such as the Torrance Police Department, is vigilant in their efforts to curb drug-related activities. This means that residents can sometimes find themselves facing serious charges even for minor infractions.

One common pain point for locals is the strict enforcement of possession laws, especially in areas like Redondo Beach and Manhattan Beach, where law enforcement is particularly active. If you find yourself accused of marijuana possession, it's crucial to have a defense team that understands the intricacies of local laws and the priorities of local prosecutors.

Let Us Guide You from Beginning to End 

Our team is well-versed in the specific legal landscape of Torrance. We are adept at scrutinizing evidence from searches and seizures. For instance, if you were stopped and searched without a warrant in a popular area like Del Amo Fashion Center, we can challenge the legality of that search.

Additionally, we understand that many residents commute through busy hubs like the Torrance Transit Center, where law enforcement presence is high. If you were arrested in such a location, we can investigate whether the stop and search were conducted lawfully. Our goal is to provide you with a robust defense that takes into account the local context and the specific circumstances of your case.

By leveraging our deep knowledge of the Torrance area, we aim to offer you the best possible defense, taking the time and care to handle your case with the attention it deserves.