Narcotics and Controlled Substances

Beyond the penalties that can arise from drug and alcohol offenses, it is also crucial to consider the potentially far-reaching consequences, for example, for your driving license.

Especially in cases of drug, narcotics, and controlled substance offenses under the Narcotics Act (BtMG), various defense strategies are available to achieve significant success in criminal proceedings – however, these options must be applied and utilized expertly. Criminal prosecution can lead not only to fines or probationary sentences, but also to severe social and, most importantly, professional repercussions.

Particularly concerning your driving license, civil servant status, or residence status, it is essential to keep the "big picture" in mind. Therefore, our criminal defense lawyers in Nuremberg always consider the complete facts of the case and provide comprehensive advice on all potential implications.

• Have you been questioned by the police?
• Are you accused of having committed a drug offense?
• Are you accused of driving under the influence of drugs?
• Have you been fined in connection with proceedings for violating the Road Traffic and Administrative Offenses Act?
• Has your driving license been revoked due to drug-related offenses?
• Has the court accepted the public prosecutor's indictment against you for a drug offense?

Process and Support for Violations of the Narcotics Act

• Initial consultation including discussion of your conduct during the ongoing investigation.
• Access to Case Files (only possible through a criminal defense lawyer! Under current legal provisions, you do not have the right to inspect the files yourself!)
• In-depth consultation phase after reviewing the files, with the definition of objectives.
• Determination of the defense strategy

Goals and Prospects of Success

• Discontinuation of Proceedings or Acquittal
• Sentence reduction
• Retention of Your Driving License

Time Commitment and Duration of Proceedings

• The duration of criminal proceedings is largely determined by the investigative authorities and the court
• A conflict defense strategy can prolong proceedings, which is only advisable from a defense perspective if it makes the state's burden of proof more challenging for the prosecution, thereby benefiting the accused.

Costs and Fees

• The costs for an initial consultation for consumers are limited to EUR 190.00 plus VAT. During the consultation, any further fees for additional services will be outlined and explained.
• Typically, a fee agreement for individual procedural stages, especially in cases where the scope, complexity, and paramount importance for the affected party necessitate a more extensive involvement of the attorney