Thousand Palms Men Arrested For Drug Possession
Riverside County Sheriff’s deputies arrested two men in Thousand Palms on suspicion of possessing illegal drugs and stolen property, according to a news report in the Desert Sun. Deputies reportedly arrested 33-year-old Loren Barkley and Carl Smith, 47, and charged them with possession of a controlled substance and possession of stolen property. The arrest stemmed from a routine search warrant in the 31000 block of San Miguelito, the report stated.
“Search and seizure” can become important issues where drug crime charges are involved. The Fourth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution protects individuals against unreasonable searches and seizures by the government. In drug cases, the legality of how the evidence was obtained is often challenged. If police officials violated the Constitution, the evidence cannot be used against you in a court of law.
Without the evidence, in this case the drugs, the prosecution will not be able to prove its case and the case itself may have to be dismissed. If you have been charged with a drug crime, an experienced Riverside criminal defense attorney can help determine whether the evidence which led to your arrest and subsequent charge was the result of an illegal search or seizure.
Drug crime convictions can have tremendous consequences and adverse impacts on your life and your career. If you or someone you love has been accused of a drug crime, please call Stephen R. Brodsky to discuss your case and build a solid defense. We’re on your side and will remain on your side fighting for your legal rights. Call us today for a free consultation.
