Pool parties are a great place to hang out and enjoy the atmosphere of Las Vegas. However, Las Vegas police have begun to conduct frequent patrols of hotel bathrooms during pool parties, resulting in numerous arrests for drug possession. Locals and visitors alike have been arrested for possession of ecstasy, cocaine, methamphetamine, Oxycontin and other controlled substances while in (or shortly after leaving) pool party bathrooms.
In Nevada, Possession of a Controlled Substance (other than less than an ounce of marijuana) is a Felony, and a person convicted of Possession of a Controlled Substance can face up to four (4) years in prison. A charge of Being Under the Influence of a Controlled Substances is also a felony, which can also carry potential prison time.
Phil Brown is an experienced and aggressive defense attorney who has handled numerous pool party cases. In some cases, these charges have been reduced to a misdemeanor or even dismissed. If you or someone you know has been arrested or charged with drug possession in connection with a hotel or night club pool party, it is important that you consult with a knowledgeable and experienced Las Vegas criminal defense attorney right away. The Las Vegas criminal defense lawyer can assist you in analyzing the facts of your case, identifying applicable defenses and providing you with the most aggressive defense strategy possible to protect your legal rights.