Q: I was asleep in the passenger seat while a friend of mine was driving. A traffic stop ensued and the vehicle was search
drugs were eventually found in backseat. Two people were in the back seat... I had no knowledge of the contraband but have been charged with agg trafficking... what can I do?
A: Hire an attorney who handles Drug Trafficking cases and understands the 4th amendment search and seizure issues. Don't talk with police or investigators. These are complex arguments and and laws. If you have more questions feel free to give me a call.
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You should hire a criminal defense attorney immediately. Aggravated Trafficking is a very serious crime and it carries serious prison time in Oklahoma. Additionally, anyone sentenced to prison on said crime must serve 85% of the sentence before becoming eligible for any type of release.
Like Mr. Boeheim, I recommend that you not talk to the police or investigators on your own. I also recommend that you speak to an attorney separate from the attorney(s) the other occupants of the vehicle may retain. If your arrest was in or around central Oklahoma, I would be more than happy to assist you.
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