A drug crime arrest can feel overwhelming—but being informed is your first step toward effective defense. At Christopher D. Salter, P.C., we handle drug-possession, trafficking, and distribution cases across Baldwin County, and we know how critical early action and knowledge of your rights can be.
Knowing Your Rights at the Time of Arrest
- You have the right to remain silent and not incriminate yourself.
- You have the right to an attorney—ask for one immediately and avoid answering questions without legal counsel.
- If the police conduct a search, there must be legal justification (warrant, consent, probable cause). Evidence obtained through unlawful search or seizure may be suppressed.
Common Types of Drug Charges in Baldwin County
- Simple possession of controlled substances (including marijuana)
- Possession with intent to distribute
- Trafficking or large-scale distribution
- Drug paraphernalia charges
The penalties vary significantly depending on the drug type, quantity, prior record, and whether a firearm or other aggravating factor is involved.
How Experience in the Local Courts Helps
Because Christopher D. Salter, P.C. is based in Foley and serves clients in Baldwin County (including Fairhope, Gulf Shores, and environs), we understand the local prosecutors, how they operate, and what types of defense strategies have been effective in this jurisdiction. Whether it’s negotiating for a plea, lodging pre-trial motions to suppress evidence, or planning for trial, local insight makes a difference.
Potential Defense Strategies
- Challenging the legality of the stop/search/seizure
- Questioning chain of custody or lab results
- Negotiating alternative sentencing options (e.g., treatment programs) if appropriate
- Seeking reduced charges or dismissal based on procedural mistakes or rights violations
What to Do Next
- Avoid speaking to law enforcement without an attorney.
- Preserve your freedom—don’t talk to friends or on social media about the case.
- Contact Christopher D. Salter, P.C. as soon as possible for a full case review. Early involvement allows us to begin building a strategy, gathering evidence, communicating with prosecutors, and protecting your interests.
Conclusion & Call to Action: Drug crime charges in Alabama come with serious consequences. But an informed, timely defense can make a real difference. Contact Christopher D. Salter, P.C. in Foley for a confidential consultation to discuss your case and how we can help you protect your rights and future.
