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S.T. Allen Law, P.C.

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Attorney Shay T. Allen has defended clients in hundreds of drug-related cases, with results including dismissals, not guilty verdicts and reductions to lesser included crimes.

If you are facing drug-related charges such as drug possession, manufacturing, trafficking, or distribution, S.T. Allen Law, P.C. can provide you with legal assistance.

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Criminal Drug Cases

Experience with Illinois Drug Laws

The S.T. Allen Law, P.C. criminal defense firm has experience in defending clients against charges involving marijuana/cannabis, methamphetamines, cocaine, heroin, other controlled substances, and drug paraphernalia.

Effective Outcomes for Drug Charges

Attorney Allen will take the time to understand your particular situation and guide the most effective possible response which can result in dropped charges, not-guilty verdicts, and the lowest permitted penalties.
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Top 3 Common Criminal Charges

Drug Crimes

Drug crimes expert, Attorney Shay T. Allen has defended clients in hundreds of drug-related cases, with results including dismissals, not guilty verdicts and reductions to lesser included crimes.

Attorney Allen defends clients facing drug-related charges involving:

01

Possession

Drug Possession, Manufacturing, Trafficking, or Distribution

02

Controlled Substances

Marijuana/Cannabis, Methamphetamines, Cocaine, Heroin, Other Controlled Substances, and Drug Paraphernalia

03

Prescription (Rx) Drugs

S.T. Allen Law, P.C. expertly handles cases related to prescription drugs such as Vicodin, Xanax, Hydrocodone, and OxyContin .

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"No matter how big or small your case is, I will do everything within my power to provide you with the best representation available." — Attorney Shay T. Allen

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Our Professional Services Include

“Issues That Compound Penalties In Drug Crimes Cases”

There are numerous important factors that these and other important factors can affect your case and potential penalties, including:

Intent (to use or sell): The penalty for someone convicted of intending to deliver, manufacture, or sell 15-100 grams of a substance containing heroin faces 6 to 30 years of prison time; while someone who only possesses 15-100 grams, without the intent to sell, faces 4 to 15 years.

Amount (of drugs involved): In Illinois, possessing more than 30 grams of cannabis is typically a felony, while possessing smaller amounts is typically a misdemeanor.

(Any) Previous Offenses: A repeat offender with a prior drug conviction will face a felony for possessing 10-30 grams of cannabis, while a first-time offender faces a misdemeanor.

Place of Arrest: Being caught with drugs within 1,000 feet of a school could double any prison sentence.

Do You Require Related Services for

Criminal Drug Charges?

Violent crimes and gun charges are many times related to other services for which Attorney Allen can represent you including:

  • Violent & Gun Crimes
  • DUI Charges
  • Theft & Property Crimes

FAQs - Drug Crimes Law

What drugs have mandatory minimums?

  • LSD : 1 gram
  • Marijuana : 100 plants/100 kilos
  • Crack cocaine: 5 grams
  • Powder cocaine: 500 grams
  • Heroin 100: grams
  • Methamphetamine: 10 grams
  • PCP: 10 grams

How is "Illegal Search and Seizure" related to Drug Crimes

Officers must follow specific rules when it comes to stops, searches, and arrests. The Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects you from unreasonable searches and seizures, which can provide a basis to challenge many drug charges

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