An experienced New York criminal defense attorney will tell you that drug possession charges are not to be taken lightly, especially if there is a weapon involved. While you may be facing the prospect of time behind bars, a skilled New York drug possession attorney can use various defense strategies to have your charges dismissed or penalty reduced.

According to recent news reports, two people were arrested for drug possession during a traffic stop in the town of Newburgh in Orange County, New York. They now face multiple felony charges.

New York State Police said troopers stopped a 2015 Nissan Altima on Route 17K for a traffic violation. The Nissan’s driver was identified as 59-year-old Newburgh resident Roy Brown. While talking to him, troopers said they found out there was a “billy club” in the car. They asked Brown and his passenger Alexis Lynch, 29, to step outside.

The troopers conducted a search of the vehicle and seized a black wooden baton, envelopes with about 14 grams of fentanyl, alprazolam and oxycodone. They also discovered around 10 grams of crack-cocaine on Lynch when searching her.

Both Brown and Lynch were arrested and had a virtual arraignment before the Town of Newburgh Court. Brown was charged with two felony counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance. He was also charged with criminal possession of a weapon, a misdemeanor. Due to his prior felony convictions, Brown was held without bail at Orange County Jail.

Lynch was charged with three counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance and manufacturing drug-related paraphernalia. She was released on her own recognizance and scheduled for a court appearance at a later date.

If you have been arrested for drug possession in New York, you need a New York drug possession attorney to fight aggressively on your behalf. Peter Brill is a trustworthy New York criminal defense attorney who knows how to poke holes in the prosecution’s case by asking the right questions. Was there probable cause for a traffic stop? Did officers have permission for a search?

Brill Legal Group has successfully fought various drug possession charges. Contact us today.