Drug Possession

Possession of a controlled substance such as cocaine, methamphetamine, ecstasy or heroin, is a serious crime in Oregon. Upon conviction, a jail sentence and criminal record is a real possibility. You may also lose your driving privileges without the possibility of obtaining a hardship license for 6 months, unless you can present compelling reasons to the court as to why that should not happen.

At Gilroy Napoli Short Law Group, with offices in Portland and Salem, we vigorously defend people charged with drug crimes. Our attorneys have more than 25 years of combined experience in Oregon courts, and we work hard to protect the rights and preserve the freedom of our clients.

To schedule a free consultation with one of our Portland drug possession attorneys, call us at 503-747-7198.

Commercial Drug Offenses in Oregon

One of our major concerns will be to avoid a conviction for a “commercial drug offense.” For example, if you were arrested while in possession of $300 more in cash, packaging materials or a scale, and a certain quantity of a controlled substance, you could face a commercial drug offense that carries enhanced penalties.

Our lawyers will carefully analyze the state’s case looking for flaws that could lead to a positive outcome. Whenever possible, we make aggressive use of motions to suppress evidence that was illegally obtained. These and other actions could result in a dismissal of charges, an acceptable negotiated plea or not-guilty verdict.

Staying Out of Jail

Avoiding jail and conviction is a major goal of most of our clients who are charged with drug possession. Fortunately for people caught up in the criminal justice system, many counties in Oregon offer alternatives to conviction and jail. For example, if you are eligible for STOP Court in Multnomah County and you agree to your participation in an intensive drug treatment regimen, you can earn the possibility of having the charge against you dropped. We help our clients through this process all the time.

Certain people convicted of drug possession crimes may be eligible for an expungement. Our firm has successfully obtained expungements for numerous clients, including people convicted of felony marijuana crimes.

Contact Us for Results-Oriented Representation

For a free consultation about a drug possession case, contact Gilroy Napoli Short Law Group by calling 503-747-7198. We represent people in Portland, Salem, Beaverton, Hillsboro and elsewhere in Oregon.

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Connor Egan is a fantastic attorney and really helped me out. I was looking at a harsh sentence, but Connor got me to a satisfactory solution. With Connor Egan, you're in good hands.

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Jason Wheeless is one incredible attorney. From the very beginning I felt at ease and confident he would do everything in his power to achieve an ideal outcome for me. In less than 10 days Jason was able to do what I thought would be nearly impossible. I can’t thank you enough, Jason, you are simply amazing! I also want to thank you for your kind and sincere words of support and encouragement. I am truly grateful for your counsel and wisdom.

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Very professional and great to work with. Got my charges reduced more than I thought possible, would recommend to anyone in need of great representation.

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Jenna Richards represented me during my DUI trail and was very professional yet sensitive to my situation. Always available and made me feel comfortable through the whole process. Thankful she was in my corner. Jeff Bissett

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October 3, 2025

I am so grateful for the guidance and support my attorney, Jenna Richards, provided. She gave me sound, straightforward advice and always made sure I understood my options. Most importantly, Jenna never made me feel judged or like a bad person—something that meant so much to me during a very difficult and unfortunate situation. She stood by me through the entire process and helped me get through it step by step. I would highly recommend Jenna to anyone who needs not only strong legal representation but also compassion and understanding along the way.

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