Facing Drug Charges in Nashville or Middle Tennessee?Protect your future with smart, strategic defense from an attorney who knows how to fight back.
Drug Charges Are Serious — And So Is Your Defense
In Tennessee, drug offenses are punished aggressively. Even a small amount of marijuana, pills, or other controlled substances can lead to jail time, a permanent criminal record, and major consequences for employment, education, and immigration status.
Jacob Wilson Law defends clients against a full range of drug charges, including:
Simple possession
Possession with intent to sell or deliver
Drug trafficking
Manufacturing or cultivation
Prescription drug fraud
Drug paraphernalia offenses
No matter the charge or substance involved — marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamine, heroin, fentanyl, or prescription medications — we know what’s at stake and how to protect you.
Potential Penalties
for Drug Crimes
Penalties for drug offenses in Tennessee vary based on factors like:
Type of drug (Schedule I–VI substances)
Amount possessed
Prior criminal history
Allegations of sale, distribution, or manufacturing
Proximity to schools or parks (which can enhance penalties)
Consequences may include:
Jail or prison time
Probation
Heavy fines
Loss of driving privileges
Mandatory drug treatment programs
Immigration consequences for non-citizens
A felony drug conviction can have lifelong impacts — making it harder to find work, housing, and educational opportunities.
Defending Against Drug Charges
At Jacob Wilson Law, we leave no stone unturned when building your defense. Common strategies include:
Illegal Search and Seizure:
If police violated your Fourth Amendment rights, we can fight to suppress illegally obtained evidence.Challenging Constructive Possession:
Being near drugs doesn’t always mean you legally possessed them. We attack weak or speculative evidence.Laboratory Testing Errors:
Chain of custody issues, testing mistakes, and contamination can undermine the prosecution’s case.Negotiating for Diversion or Treatment:
First-time offenders may qualify for pretrial diversion, judicial diversion, or drug court alternatives.Asserting Constitutional Defenses:
From Miranda violations to unlawful traffic stops, your rights matter — and violations can lead to case dismissal.
Prescription Drug Charges
Prescription drugs — like OxyContin, Xanax, Adderall, or Suboxone — are legal when properly prescribed, but can still lead to criminal charges if possessed or distributed unlawfully.
We defend against:
Possession without a prescription
Doctor shopping
Forgery or fraud allegations related to prescriptions
Sale or trafficking of controlled medications
Prescription drug cases require a nuanced defense — and we know how to handle them.
Why Hire Jacob Wilson Law for Drug Defense?
Drug cases can be beaten, reduced, or resolved favorably — but it requires a strategic, aggressive approach.
When you work with Jacob Wilson Law, you get:
Thorough Case Investigation: We dig deeper than the police reports.
Tough Negotiation: We fight for reduced charges, alternative sentencing, or outright dismissals when possible.
Local Insight: We know how prosecutors approach drug cases in Nashville and throughout Middle Tennessee.
Client-Focused Representation: Clear communication, honest advice, and fierce advocacy at every stage.
We don’t judge — we defend.