Practice Areas

• Criminal Law
• DUI and Traffic Law
• Domestic Violence and Protective Orders
• Drug Offenses
• Elder Law/Estate Planning

Criminal Defense Lawyer in Columbia, Maryland

Aggressive Representation in Drug Crime Prosecutions

Have you been arrested and charged with a drug crime? You don't have to prove your innocence; the government must prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt! You want an aggressive and experienced attorney to assert your constitutional rights, one who knows how the police operations and how prosecutors prepare their cases, so that we can put forth an aggressive defense.

At the Law Offices of Montella E. Smith, we aggressively protect the constitutional rights of men and women in Anne Arundel County, Howard County and Baltimore County, including individuals who have been charged with violating Maryland's drug laws. A former Baltimore police officer and homicide detective, attorney Smith has a comprehensive understanding of criminal law and police procedures. When you hire us to handle your drug charges, you will work directly with attorney Smith. Contact our offices to arrange a free initial consultation.

Our Drug Crimes Practice

We work hard to protect the rights of men and women who have been charged with drug offenses, including:

• Simple possession
  • Marijuana, cocaine, crack, heroin, methamphetamine
• Possession with intent to distribute
• Possession of drug paraphernalia
• Sale, distribution or trafficking of drugs

When we defend you, we will conduct a thorough investigation of the arrest and admissibility of evidence. We will make certain that all procedures were properly followed and that any arrest or search was legal.

We will also make certain the prosecution can demonstrate that the substance found was in fact a controlled substance, requesting records to demonstrate the training of the chemists or other personnel who conducted the drug testing, as well as any records for the equipment used. We will also review police reports and attempt to secure radio communications of the arresting officers.

To set up a free initial consultation, contact us or call us at 410-964-2331. Our offices are located near Route 100, close to Interstate 95. We are open to meet with clients during normal business hours and are available evenings and weekends by special appointment. We accept all major credit cards.

Montella E. Smith
Attorney at Law
8850 Columbia 100 Parkway
Suite 303
Columbia, MD 21045
Telephone: 410-964-2331 | Fax: 410-964-2359

At the Law Offices of Montella E. Smith, we represent clients throughout Anne Arundel County, Howard County and Baltimore County in Maryland, including the cities of Catonsville, Arbutus, Columbia, Ellicott City, Glen Burnie, Odenton, Jessup, Elkridge, Laurel and Baltimore.