While consequences of drug possession can include jail time, more often, a client who is charged with a first offense is admitted to drug court and may be subject to supervision, treatment programs, or conditional discharge. If the case results in a discharge, one will not carry forward a criminal record. If the individual is charged with a second offense, school zone offense, or intent to distribute, a criminal defense lawyer will work to get the charges reduced. As with any drug charge, contacting a skilled lawyer as soon as possible will work in one’s favor. Making a statement or answering any questions can sometimes harm a person’s case.nnIn a case where the drug possession charge applies to an individual under 18 years old, a criminal defense lawyer will determine if the case should be tried in a criminal court or is more appropriately handled as a juvenile offense. Whatever the decision, an accomplished lawyer will handle a case at any level.