Woman Arrested for Drug Offense After Traffic Stop
Posted on May 12, 2010 10:40am PDT
A woman was arrested for various drug offenses after being stopped by officers for changing lanes without signaling. During the stop, a drug-smoking pipe was found wrapped in a towel in her purse, along with several pills and a white, powdery substance. As a result, Dana Suzanne Hefley was charged with possession of a controlled drug, possession of a controlled drug without a valid prescription and possession of paraphernalia. Hefley has had four felony drug cases since 2003.
Drug possession charges can be incredibly serious and result in consequences such as jail time and heavy fines depending on the situation. It's important that you understand what you are being charged with and how you should go about resolving this matter. You do have rights to protect during this difficult time and options to do so. Begin the process of moving forward with your life. It's in your best interest to work with a criminal defense lawyer who will understand your case and be able to guide you through this difficult process. A defense attorney will know how to deal with court proceedings and any other aspects necessary. You can count on a defense lawyer to always have your best interest in mind while fighting to protect your rights. Please take some time today to contact a criminal defense attorney and begin discussing the details of your case.