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Trenton Man Faces Multiple Drug Charges

By Lependorf & Silverstein

A 45-year-old Trenton man faces multiple drug crime charges after being arrested in his home. According to The Times of Trenton, the man was arrested in his South Westfield Avenue home. Police had two drug-related warrants when they searched his premises. Police also found marijuana and drug paraphernalia on the property. He faces multiple charges including possession and possession with intent to distribute. In any New Jersey drug crime case, a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney will carefully examine the circumstances regarding a search and seizure to determine if the defendant?s constitutional rights were violated in any way. Police must follow strict guidelines in obtaining warrants and seizing evidence. Failure to follow these guidelines may make the arrest illegal or the evidence inadmissible in court...continue to full post

Full post as published by New Jersey Criminal Defense Blog on December 09, 2010 (boomark / email).