Criminal Attorney Austin Firm Reminds Individuals to Practice 'The Right to Remain Silent' in Drug Offenses

Online, July 17, 2012 (Newswire.com) - The State of Texas holds the reputation for being one of the least lenient in imposing penalties for drug use or possession, with marijuana arrests constituting 6% to 7% of all detentions. Possession of a minuscule amount of marijuana can land one at least a half a year behind bars, and impose fines of at least $2,000. Two to 10 years in state jail and $10,000 penalty is also imposed for drug possessions weighing up to 50 lbs. People who have been found to possess a ton of the prohibited drug can expect to spend not less than 5 years and as much as 99 years in state prison, and pay a hefty $50,000 fine.

Needless to say, people facing arrests for a drug possession should turn to a trusted Austin criminal attorney immediately. With drug possession laws changing frequently, it is important to be updated about the facts and get sound legal advice - which can spell the difference between a minor personal record and a jail sentence.

"In almost any situation, the best thing to do is to remain silent and only speak if you are asking to speak to your attorney," explained Atty. Joseph Aragon of Aragon Garcia Law Firm PLLC. "You need to protect your rights and you should exercise that right from the Miranda rights. Once you have been arrested, the State is already gathering evidence to prosecute you," added Atty. Aragon.

The Aragon Garcia Law Firm PLLC is a Texas-based firm that is reputable for providing a quality professional service at a fair price. Unlike other firms that go for the assembly line style, the esteemed criminal attorney Austin level of customer service and interaction. The team conforms to the technical or ethical standards of a profession, and exhibits a courteous, conscientious, and generally businesslike manner in the workplace.

"We believe in this high level of customer service and interaction. We offer personal service in cases we select to handle and our firm does not boast the cheapest prices or make any promises we cannot deliver on," continued Atty. Aragon.

Featuring its legal services at Aragon-Garcia.com, the firm specializes in defending clients with respect to Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (PDP), Possession of Controlled Substance (POCS), Public Intoxication (PI), Driving While Intoxicated (DWI), Administrative License Revocation (ALR), Driving Under the Influence (DUI), Theft and Assault. The firm handles the full range of criminal charges in every court in Travis County, Hays County, and Williamson County, Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, and San Marcos.

Individuals facing drug related charges in Texas should visit http://aragon-garcia.com/ for answers and assistance regarding the legal process.