Drug Crimes
The United States military is no stranger to drug crime deterrence and prevention...after all, it was one of the first organizations to turn to widespread urinalysis and drug testing to prevent widespread drug use. However, drug crimes and accusations do happen in the military – and the consequences can be dire. A military drug conviction can cost you your reputation, your future, your freedom...and your military career.
The United States Uniform Cord of Military Justice prohibits any drug use for military personnel, even in jurisdictions, states, or countries where drug use is legal. This restriction gets many personnel in trouble when they ignorantly use drugs in the mistaken belief that their conduct is acceptable in the area in which they find themselves. As in civil cases, there are many potential drug offenses that can be tried in a military court martial, including trafficking, use, intent to use or sell, possession, driving while intoxicated, etc. The punishment and procedure for each military drug crime depends on the perceived severity of the crime. One common denominator does join all drug crimes in the U.S. military – they are vigorously prosecuted by military prosecutors who want to deter drug use in the Armed Forces.
This is bad news for military personnel, who can find that their chances for advancement, their pay, and even their personal liberties will be destroyed by a drug crimes conviction. Because of the complexity of U.S. military courts, it is recommended that any military employee accused of a drug crime immediately seek the assistance of an experienced military drug crime defense attorney with the resources, experience, and skills necessary to properly defend against a drug crimes charge.
A former U.S. Marine with a thorough understanding of military law, Joseph H. Low IV is a skilled and sympathetic advocate for military personnel who find themselves dealing with drug crimes accusations. Committed to justice and freedom for all his clients, Joseph Low fights each accusation with energy and intelligence, collecting evidence, investigating, and presenting a convincing case in court. Have you been accused of military drug crimes? Don't give up your freedom or your career. Call Joseph Low today for your free case consultation.
