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The San Diego medicinal marijuana defense lawyers from the law offices of James J. Warner use our extensive knowledge of State and Federal drug laws to successfully defend clients against various types of marijuana related charges. Our firm is educated in all aspects of California’s Proposition 36, and may be able to help you avoid jail time, while obtaining drug treatment. If you have been charged with marijuana possession or other related charges in San Diego, contact the Law Offices of James J. Warner today for a free consultation.

Proposition 36, the Substance Abuse and Crime Prevention Act, was passed in 2000 by 61% of voters in California. Many non-violent first and second time drug offenders benefit from this Act by undergoing drug treatment as an alternative to jail time. The cost to maintain Proposition 36 is approximately $120 million per year; this saves California taxpayers about $1.5 million over a five year period compared to the amount spent to incarcerate each convict.

Thousands of individuals in the state of California have been able to undergo drug treatment following a first time drug charge, instead of incarceration. Many have benefited greatly as a result of the treatment, benefits that they would not have received had they been in jail or prison.

Whether you have been arrested in San Diego for a simple marijuana possession or being under the influence, or if you are on probation for possession, or violated your parole (for non-violent, non-felony crime) you may benefit from California’s Proposition 36. Call the Law Offices of James J. Warner to determine if your case meets the criteria required for drug treatment eligibility.

Our San Diego medicinal marijuana defense attorney will thoroughly investigate your case, review the charges, look for evidence and build a strong defense to obtain a favorable conclusion. In some cases, we are able to prove you were using marijuana legally with your doctor’s prescription. Other cases, we are able to minimize charges and avoid jail time.

If you or someone you know is facing marijuana possession charges or any other drug related charges, contact an experienced San Diego criminal lawyer from the Law Offices of James J. Warner today.

Law Offices of James J. Warner
3233 Third Avenue
San Diego, CA 92103
Phone: (619) 243-7333
Fax: (619) 243-7343