Top Los Angeles Attorney on Drug Charges

A person who is facing a drug charge has important decisions to make about legal representation. The attorney you choose has one opportunity to present your case before the court. You need an experienced attorney who will fight for the best result possible.

As a former prosecutor and now a criminal defense attorney, Jonathan Franklin understands all of the issues that arise in drug cases. His firm, the Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin, uncompromisingly defends clients accused of drug charges in California Superior Court.

For a free initial consultation, contact us at 310.273.9600. We can discuss your legal options and how a positive outcome could be achieved in your case.

What a Drug Defense Attorney Can Do for You
The Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin represents clients accused of drug charges, such as:

Simple possession of drugs
Drug possession with intent to distribute
Drug trafficking
Prescription drug fraud
Manufacture of drugs
Cultivation of marijuana
Other drug charges

We handle cases involving all types of drugs and controlled substances, including marijuana, crack, cocaine, meth, heroin, and prescription drugs.

An experienced drug attorney knows how to investigate and defend clients accused of drug charges. Jonathan Franklin will examine all aspects of your case, paying particular attention to the events leading up to the arrest, search and seizure techniques used, and the behavior of undercover detectives or informants. We will analyze each one of these issues and build the strongest case possible based on the facts of your case.

Alternatives to Incarceration in Drug Cases
We may also be able to assist you with alternatives to incarceration, such as drug court, Prop 36 programs, and deferred sentencing options. Not everyone can qualify for these solutions. But when alternative sentencing is possible and when it makes sense for you, the Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin will seek to obtain one of these outcomes for you.

In a frank and honest consultation, we can explore the different legal strategies available. Our goal in every case is to obtain the best outcome possible to protect your rights and preserve your freedom.
 
FREE initial consultation with a lawyer at the Law Offices of Jonathan Franklin about a drug charge, contact us at 310.273.9600.  Our phones are answered 24 hours a day.

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Drinking on the Job--A Growing Trend That Businesses Should Catch Before It's Too Late

Novus speaks on the consumption of alcohol while working; company risks can be heavy.

Alcohol is the most commonly used addictive substance in the U.S. 17.6 million people, or one in every 12 adults, suffer from alcohol abuse or dependence, along with several million more who engage in risky drinking patterns that could lead to alcohol problems (1). Despite the adverse effects, some employers encourage mixing business with pleasure and allow drinking on the job.

Drinking on the job can be a costly mistake for both businesses and employees. Allowing employees to imbibe while working leaves businesses open to potential  legal issues, severely impacting the welfare of the employee and the company.

   In December, 2011, a restaurant sommelier left work and subsequently crashed into and killed another driver. It was revealed that the sommelier had a blood alcohol level of three times the legal limit. The victim's family alleged that the restaurant had allowed the man to drink to excess on its premises after hours and then drive drunk, costing the restaurant one million dollars.

   A Hernando County crossing guard was recently relieved of his duties after being found legally drunk while working his shift. The guard initially said he'd had only one drink. Upon a breathalyzer test, the guard blew a .18 and subsequently admitted to having had more than a few drinks, putting his and others' lives at risk (3).

As an employer, the risks of employees drinking on the job are numerous and damaging, and include:
   Workplace injuries
   Decreased company productivity
   Negative image for the company
  Low morale of co-workers
   Insurance claims
   Damage to the company's image


(1)  "Alcohol & Drug Information." Ncadd.org. National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc., n.d. Web. 25 Mar. 2013. ncadd.org/index.php/for-the-media/alcohol-a-drug-information.

(2)  Copeland, Larry. "USA TODAY." Usatoday.com. USA Today, 5 Sept. 2012. Web. 24 Mar. 2013. usatoday30.usatoday.com/news/nation/story/2012-09-04/restaurants-drinking-lawsuit-crash-south-carolina/57586486/1.

(3)  Weber, Kristin. "Drunk on the Job: Hernando County School Crossing Guard." Wtsp.com. N.p., 15 Mar. 2013. Web. 21 Mar. 2013. wtsp.com/news/local/article/304560/8/Drunk-on-the-Job-School-crossing-guard?source=nletter-.

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