Client Exonerated from False Possession of Class A Drugs Charge after 2-Year Trial

Mr. B was returning to his mother’s car after collecting his winnings from William Hill when he bumped into a few friends near his mother’s car. A few moments later, he was stopped and searched, and his car was searched as well. The police claimed to have found class A drugs, and arrested him on charges of possession of class A drugs, along with claiming that his money was from selling drugs.  

After he contacted us, our defence solicitors immediately began their own thorough legal investigation to uncover the truth of the matter. After a lengthy legal investigation where our criminal defence solicitors closely analysed the evidence submitted by the prosecution, gathered witness statements, and verified our client’s employment and financial history, they concluded that the charges were patently false. Our client did not have a history of consuming or possessing class A drugs, which was verified by witness statements. Furthermore, our client won the cash from a popular gambling institution, and had kept the money in the car for safekeeping. As he had steady employment and savings, there was no financial need to deal class A drugs. Finally, as his brother had a history of violence and criminal activity due to class A drugs, our client ensured to stay far away, having dealt with the negative experience first-hand.  

Despite the overwhelming evidence gathered that proved our client’s innocence, the prosecution repeatedly delayed the court hearing to attempt to build a case around the false allegation. After repeated delays, our criminal defence solicitors finally convinced the judge to have the trial and allow our client to have some closure over this case. Confronted by the evidence, the prosecution was finally forced to admit that they did not have enough evidence, and was forced to drop all charges. After a lengthy battle with the police and the prosecution, our defence solicitors secured his innocence and were able to recoup his assets, forcing the police to return the cash they had taken as “evidence”.  

Despite being wholly innocent, a false allegation can still consume your life for months, or years on end. If you or someone you know is in a similar situation, please don’t hesitate to contact us now. We’re here to help defend your rights and protect your interests. 

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