Federal Sentencing Guidelines are a complex set of rules used to determine a recommended prison sentence relying on both the “offense level” and the “criminal history category.” Although these guidelines are now advisory rather than mandatory, judges continue to give them significant weight. A skilled criminal defense attorney can assess the specifics of your case and estimate the applicable guideline range. Some charges also involve mandatory minimum sentences. It’s important to contact a federal criminal defense attorney as early as possible.

Look for a New Jersey drug defense lawyer with experience handling disputed possession in shared spaces. Matthew Cohan and his team examine the drugs’ location, access to the area, statements, messages, and other evidence. They assess the State’s claims about your knowledge and control and investigate evidence supporting your account.

If you are arrested, remain calm, do not resist, and do not answer any questions without a lawyer present. Invoke your right to remain silent and request an attorney immediately.