09 Jan 3 men arrested on drug charges in Maryland

On behalf of Jack B. Rubin, PA posted in Drug Charges on Thursday, January 9, 2014.

State troopers in Maryland stopped an SUV for speeding on Friday, Dec. 27. In the vehicle, they reportedly found different drugs and a large amount of cash. Three men, all aged 20, were arrested on suspicion of drug charges.

The police said that they seized a total of 67 capsules of methamphetamine and bath salts, an undetermined quantity of what they suspect to be cocaine, and cash to the value of $1,186. The street values of the drugs were estimated to be between $800 and $1000 for the bath salt capsules and between $400 and $500 for the cocaine. The three suspects were allowed to go free on a bond of $25,000.

Drug possession charges are often the result of a driver initially being pulled over by police for speeding or other traffic offenses. If the officers suspect the presence of drugs in the vehicle, they are permitted to search the vehicle. There are, however, specific stipulations relating to the search procedure of the authorities. Various factors may influence the seriousness of the case, such as criminal history and previous convictions. The type and quantity of drugs recovered, along with what the police suspect you planned to do with the drugs, may also play a role.

Those who have been arrested and are facing drug charges in Maryland may benefit from gaining an understanding of the available legal options as the case proceeds. This knowledge may also assist suspects in understanding their rights. All suspects should be mindful that they remain innocent until their guilt is proved beyond doubt.

Source: sachem.patch.com, Farmingville man faces drug charges in Maryland, Michael Sorrentino, Dec. 30, 2013