Chattanooga Drug Paraphernalia Lawyers

Drug Defense Lawyers Serving Hamilton County, TN

Drug paraphernalia is a term that encompasses many items used to consume, produce, or process illegal drugs. It is illegal to possess or distribute drug paraphernalia in Tennessee, and those who do may face criminal charges. If you have been accused of drug paraphernalia possession, Cavett, Abbott & Weiss can help you fight your charges. We have over 60 years of combined experience and have successfully handled thousands of criminal cases. Our Chattanooga drug paraphernalia lawyers can answer your questions and provide the strong legal representation you need every step of the way.

Call our office today at (423) 264-2206 or online to schedule a free and confidential case evaluation with one of our attorneys.

Tennessee Drug Paraphernalia Laws

Under Tennessee law, drug paraphernalia is defined as any item used, intended for use, or designed for use in planting, propagating, cultivating, growing, harvesting, manufacturing, compounding, converting, producing, processing, preparing, testing, analyzing, packaging, repackaging, storing, containing, concealing, injecting, ingesting, inhaling, or otherwise introducing a controlled substance into the human body. It can also include any item used, intended for use, or designed for use in enhancing the effect of a controlled substance.

Drug paraphernalia can include many items, such as:

• Pipes
• Bongs
• Rolling papers
• Syringes
• Needles
• Testing equipment
• Measuring scales
• Grinders
• Roach clips
• And more

It is illegal to possess, sell, deliver, or manufacture drug paraphernalia. If you are caught with drug paraphernalia, you will be charged with a Class A misdemeanor. If you are caught selling, delivering, or manufacturing drug paraphernalia, you can be charged with a Class E felony. The penalties for drug paraphernalia charges can be enhanced if the individual in question is found to be selling to a minor or selling within a certain distance of a school or park.

How We Can Help

At Cavett, Abbott & Weiss, we understand how to effectively fight drug paraphernalia charges. We will review the evidence against you and look for any weaknesses in the prosecution’s case. Our Chattanooga drug paraphernalia attorneys will also work to build a strong defense strategy on your behalf.

Depending on the circumstances of your case, we may be able to argue that:

• You were unaware that the drug paraphernalia was in your possession
• You were not in possession of the drug paraphernalia
• The drug paraphernalia was not being used for an illegal purpose
• You did not know what the item was

Our team will fight to protect your rights and work to have your charges reduced or dismissed. If you choose to hire us, you can rely on us to provide you with the highly personalized and effective legal representation you need and deserve.

Get started on your case today; call our Chattanooga drug paraphernalia lawyers at (423) 264-2206 for a free initial consultation.