A motion to suppress is a formal request asking the court to exclude illegally obtained evidence from being used at trial. If granted, key evidence like seized drugs or incriminating statements may be thrown out, often weakening or destroying the prosecution’s case.
If crucial evidence is suppressed, the State may be forced to reduce the charges, offer a favorable plea deal, or dismiss the case entirely if the remaining evidence is insufficient to proceed.
Yes. If your attorney proves that the initial traffic stop, detention, or search was conducted without legal justification, any evidence obtained as a result may be excluded. Without that evidence, the State often cannot proceed, leading to a dismissal.
A Nebbia hearing is a proceeding where the defendant must prove that bail funds come from legitimate, non-criminal sources. This is common in serious drug trafficking cases involving large bail amounts. Our firm handles Nebbia hearings to help clients secure their release under fair terms.
In certain cases, yes. If we can successfully challenge the legality of the search, reduce the charge’s severity, negotiate for a plea to a lesser offense without a mandatory minimum, or secure the client’s eligibility for a court-approved treatment program, it may be possible to avoid mandatory prison time.