San Jose Drug Crime Defense Lawyer
Understanding California & Federal Drug Crime Penalties
California criminal courts understand that many people facing drug crime allegations are dealing with addiction – not career criminals – which is why Attorney Nakano can help show the prosecution, judge, or jury that punishing you isn’t the route to take.
“Drug crimes” include a wide swath of offenses and potential combinations thereof, such as:
- Drug possession
- Drug possession with intent to distribute
- Drug dealing (Smaller-scale distribution of drugs)
- Drug trafficking (Larger-scale sale, transportation, and/or import of drugs in substantial amounts)
- Possession of drug paraphernalia (i.e. pipes, bongs, rolling materials, syringes, etc.)
- Cultivation
- Conspiracy to commit any of the above drug crimes
Severe Consequences of Drug Offenses in San Jose
- Years in jail or prison (many drug offenses come with mandatory prison sentencing)
- Thousands of dollars in fines
- Mandatory community service
- Probation
- Required participation in programs designed to curb drug use and deter future drug-related activity
- Unpleasant secondary consequences, such as job loss, reputational damage, and difficulty obtaining financing for important purchases, such as homes and automobiles
Steven H. Nakano, Attorney at Law, has been helping people like you for over 35 years, and he has had great success in doing so. His client-centered approach has allowed him to help thousands of clients obtain positive results in drug crime-related cases in Santa Clara County. He has also helped approximately 80% of his clientele access drug treatment and rehabilitation services in order to help them in the long-term.
If you have been charged with a drug crime, Mr. Nakano is prepared to strategically and passionately pursue your best interests, starting with a free consultation. Call (844) 983-3011 today to get started.
Our Settlements & Verdicts
Our top priority is to devise customized legal strategies that are tailored to the unique legal needs of our clients, no matter how simple or complicated their situations, might be.
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Not Guilty Gross Vehicular Manslaughter
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Dismissed at Preliminary Examination 22 Felony Fraud Counts
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Life Sentence Overturned Armed Robbery
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Dismissed Drug Crime
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Dismissed Burglary/Theft
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Not Guilty Stabbing
Steven H. Nakano is Prepared to Aggressively Pursue your Best Interests
If you are found guilty of a drug crime, only an experienced San Jose drug crime defense attorney can help you negotiate your sentence and receive anything less than the maximum punishment. In many cases, judges are willing to issue reduced sentences if you agree to undergo treatment for drug abuse or participate in a related program. Attorney Steven H. Nakano has been practicing law in Santa Clara County for more than 35 years and knows how to help you obtain a result that is conducive to your future success.
In addition to providing aggressive and strategic legal counsel, Mr. Nakano works alongside a certified counselor to help connect you to the resources you need to create a better life for yourself. He has the legal experience to put up a fight and help you get the best possible result, all while working to help you ensure you don’t end up in the same trouble again.
Mr. Nakano is prepared to connect you with rehabilitation centers, substance abuse counseling services, and other resources that can help you regain control over your life and develop a vision for your future.
Call (844) 983-3011 today to speak with a San Jose drug crimes lawyer and get a free consultation with Steven H. Nakano, Attorney at Law
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"If I could leave 10 stars I would. He led me to the path of recovery."
Steven Nakano saved my life! He is the kindest, most honest attorney I've ever met in my entire life. He relentlessly fought for me and his level of professionalism was impeccable.- Dan B. -
"Steve went out of his way to help my son far beyond the courtroom."
Steve is an excellent attorney and an amazing person. He has a solid tool chest of life experiences and was able to connect with my son, provide guidance where I couldn't, and as a result became somewhat of a mentor.- Tim O.