Drug charges in Somerville, Massachusetts range from simple possession to trafficking with mandatory minimums. Attorney Mark J. Clifford defends all drug cases at assault in Cambridge District Court and throughout Worcester County. Call (617) 501-0411 — free consultation 24/7.
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Class A possession (heroin, fentanyl) carries up to 2 years; trafficking carries 3.5–15 years mandatory minimum. All charges start at assault in Cambridge District Court before possible escalation to Worcester Superior Court. Attorney Clifford defends every drug charge level.
The strongest drug defense in Somerville is often a constitutional challenge to the search. Attorney Clifford files suppression motions in every Somerville drug case where police exceeded their authority — an illegal search means all evidence is out.
Massachusetts offers Pretrial Probation, CWOF, and Drug Court as alternatives to conviction. Attorney Clifford evaluates diversion eligibility for every Somerville drug defendant from day one — protecting your record wherever possible.
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Drug possession in Somerville is charged by substance class. Class A (heroin, fentanyl) carries up to 2 years; Class B (cocaine) up to 1 year. Attorney Clifford defends all drug possession charges at assault in Cambridge District Court.
Yes — through suppression motions, diversion programs, CWOF, pretrial probation, or not-guilty verdicts. Attorney Clifford pursues every dismissal path for Somerville drug cases before considering a plea.
Drug trafficking in Massachusetts is defined by quantity alone — possessing a threshold amount triggers trafficking charges regardless of intent. Trafficking carries mandatory minimums of 3.5–15+ years. Call immediately for a free Somerville case review.
Yes. Worcester County Drug Court offers a structured alternative to incarceration combining treatment, supervision, and regular court appearances. Attorney Clifford evaluates Somerville drug defendants for Drug Court eligibility as a priority.
A drug conviction creates a permanent record affecting employment, housing, licenses, and immigration. Attorney Clifford fights for dismissal or CWOF to protect Somerville clients — and evaluates expungement for prior convictions.
Clifford Defense handles drug charges cases throughout Worcester County and all of Massachusetts.
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