Assistance by the Uijeongbu Criminal Law Attorney | Client Who Administered Methamphetamine Twice Receives a "Suspended Sentence"

2024.09.08박동일

The client who came to the Uijeongbu criminal law attorney faced the risk of an actual custodial sentence after administering methamphetamine twice.

The client requested the help of the Uijeongbu criminal law attorney.

1. The Client Who Came to the Uijeongbu Criminal Law Attorney

The client who came to the Uijeongbu criminal law attorney faced the risk of an actual custodial sentence after administering "methamphetamine," a drug with severe addictiveness and side effects, twice.

Hoping to avoid an actual custodial sentence, the client requested the assistance of the Uijeongbu criminal law attorney.

The Circumstances Leading to the Visit to the Uijeongbu Criminal Law Attorney

The client in this case became curious about methamphetamine at the urging of friends around him.

At first the client's interest was mere curiosity, but as time passed, he came to feel a strong urge for the drug.

In the end, the client purchased methamphetamine through social media and even administered it.

As a result, the client received a "suspension of indictment" disposition from the prosecution on the charge of administering methamphetamine.

Not long afterward, the client felt a strong urge to administer methamphetamine and committed the same offense again.

Facing a very high likelihood of an actual custodial sentence, the client, hoping to avoid such a sentence, requested the help of the Uijeongbu criminal law attorney.

2. Statutes Relevant to the Case Explained by the Uijeongbu Criminal Law Attorney

Commonly known drugs include, most notably, "cannabis" and "methamphetamine." The applicable statutory provisions and sentencing ranges for cannabis and methamphetamine are explained below.

[Cannabis]

Cannabis, etc.
- Cultivation, possession, ownership, transport, storage, and use of cannabis
- Smoking or ingesting cannabis or the husks of cannabis seeds, and possession of the husks
- Provision of a place, facility, equipment, funds, or means of transport for cannabis use

Psychotropic Item (a) Source Plants
- Smoking or ingesting source plants, or possessing or owning them for the same purpose

▶Applicable Provisions
- Narcotics Control Act Article 61 (1) Items 1, 3, 4, and 6

▶ Punishment
- Imprisonment for up to 5 years or a fine of up to 50 million won

[Methamphetamine]

Methamphetamine, etc. (Psychotropic Item (b))
- Possession, ownership, use, management, compounding, administration, and issuance of prescriptions
- Provision of a place, facility, equipment, funds, or means of transport for use

▶ Applicable Provisions
Narcotics Control Act Article 60 (1) Item 2
Narcotics Control Act Article 61 (1) Item 1

▶ Punishment
- Imprisonment for up to 10 years or a fine of up to 100 million won
- Imprisonment for up to 5 years or a fine of up to 50 million won

3. The Uijeongbu Criminal Law Attorney's Assistance

The Uijeongbu criminal law attorney developed a careful strategy to avoid an actual custodial sentence in the client's case and to obtain a "suspended sentence."

The Uijeongbu criminal law attorney presented the following points in the pleadings.

The Uijeongbu Criminal Law Attorney Emphasizes That the Client Is Deeply Remorseful

The Uijeongbu criminal law attorney emphasized that the client deeply reflected on and regretted his offense and wrote a letter of reflection,

and that the client was making efforts on his own, including completing a drug prevention education program.

The Uijeongbu Criminal Law Attorney Emphasizes That the Client's Acquaintances Seek Leniency

The Uijeongbu criminal law attorney noted that the client's family and acquaintances expressed their intention to do their best to watch over the client so that he would not commit the same offense again,

and emphasized that they earnestly sought leniency for the client.

The Uijeongbu Criminal Law Attorney Emphasizes That the Client Is Undergoing Treatment

The Uijeongbu criminal law attorney emphasized that the client was undergoing drug addiction treatment on his own.

The attorney emphasized that the client was receiving treatment consistently, had cooperated actively in the treatment process, and was resolved to lead a new life.

4. The Court's Determination on the Uijeongbu Criminal Law Attorney's Arguments

The Uijeongbu criminal law attorney, whose arguments the court accepted, obtained a "suspended sentence" for the client.

If You Need the Assistance of the Uijeongbu Criminal Law Attorney

Because of the seriousness of drug crimes, investigative agencies and the courts conduct rigorous investigations and impose strict punishment.

Because the likelihood of a severe sentence is high when one is involved in a drug crime,

it is advisable to respond thoroughly with the assistance of an attorney from the early stages of the case.

At Daeryun Law Firm, a drug case team composed of attorneys specializing in criminal matters,

who understand the methods and flow of investigations and trials, assists clients.

If you face a situation similar to this case and need the assistance of an attorney,

you may contact Daeryun Law Firm.

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