Worcester Lawyers for Steroid Charges
Criminal Defense Firm in Middlesex & Hampden Counties
Performance-enhancing drugs and performance-enhancing compounds are readily available in modern society. With the advent of the Internet, anyone can buy many kinds of pharmaceuticals, drugs, or narcotics online without a prescription. At Rudolf, Smith, Griffis & Ruggieri, LLP, we defend clients facing narcotics charges for steroid possession.
Call today at (508) 570-3037to speak with our Worcester criminal defense lawyers.
What You Need to Know About Anabolic Steroids
The term “steroid” is a blanket term for any type of performance-enhancing drug or pharmaceutical agent. Today, one of the more popular types of drugs being bought online and from individual black market dealers are anabolic steroids. Hundreds of performance-enhancing drugs fall under the category of anabolic steroids.
Types of anabolic steroids include:
- Testosterone (a.k.a. Test, which comes in many forms)
- Deca-Durabolin (a.k.a. Deca)
- Winstrol (a.k.a. Winnie-V)
- Equipoise (a.k.a. EQ)
- Human Growth Hormone (a.k.a. GH or HGH)
- Clenbuterol (a.k.a. Clen)
- Anadrol
- Clomid
- Arimidex
- Lasix
- Insulin
Many synthetic, or manmade, steroids are derivatives of the male hormone testosterone. These steroids are typically taken in cycles ranging from 8-16 weeks, usually leading up to an athletic event, contest, or demonstration. Unless medically prescribed, it is illegal to be in possession of these drugs, hormones, compounds, and paraphernalia. If you are facing charges involving steroids, our Worcester criminal defense lawyers can defend you in court.
Request a FREE Consultation or Call (508) 570-3037. We are devoted to effective trial lawyering. We know how to deliver aggressive defense strategies and we know how to speak to juries and judges alike.
Federal Laws Regarding Steroids
Even drugs or compounds that are not technically steroids, such as thyroid hormones, ephedrine, or post-cycle recovery drugs, can carry severe legal and financial consequences if you are caught buying or selling them. The Federal Anabolic Steroid Act Of 1990 categorizes anabolic steroids and other performance-enhancing drugs as Schedule III Narcotics. This is the same classification as barbiturates, LSD precursors, and narcotic painkillers.
Unlawful possession of steroids is punishable by up to one year in prison and a fine of $1,000. Steroid charges can add up quickly since the prosecution will often equate 1cc or one pill with one count of possession. Even if you are caught with your own personal supply you may be charged with possession with intent to sell. The Worcester criminal defense attorneys at Rudolf, Smith, Griffis & Ruggieri, LLP can work quickly to try to minimize the legal, administrative, and financial consequences regarding your case.
Request a FREE Consultation or Call (508) 570-3037.We are devoted to effective trial lawyering. We know how to deliver aggressive defense strategies and we know how to speak to juries and judges alike.
Why Choose Rudolf, Smith, Griffis & Ruggieri, LLP?
What Sets Us Apart
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Trial PreparednessOur attorneys know the value of examining evidence, hiring investigators, and interviewing witnesses. We can go to court on your behalf at any moment.
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Personal AttentionWe purposely limit our caseload to make sure our clients receive one-on-one attention. We treat you like one of our own because you deserve it.
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Strategic ApproachTo represent our clients effectively, we must have an effective strategy put into place. We are calculated, prepared, and primed to take action.
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Collaborative InsightWe believe in working together as a unified team. By working collaboratively, each team member can bring unique critical thinking solutions to the table.
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The communication was clear, precise, and consistent; they answered all of our questions with a lot of patience.- Jeanette F.
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They were truly the best attorneys I could have asked for.- Louie W.
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Him and his staff are attentive, and respectful when it came to dealing with this case.- Nilson Crespo
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From day one Sean Smith was companionate, smart, professional and communicated well with me through the entire process and finally was able to win the case.- Luke Mwangi
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Ben explained everything clearly, which eased my worries.- Robert Stalvey
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Sean Smith and his associate, Liz Halloran took my case to trial and won, giving me my life and livelihood back.- Andrew Jalbert
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Attorney Sean Smith is one of the best lawyers, if not the best lawyer I could have ever had handle my case.- JoseAn Ortiz
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I felt comfortable with what he had to say about the case and decided to hire them to tackle my legal issue.- Louie Wagner