There’s a lot on the line when facing drug charges. If it’s your child that’s been hit with accusations of criminal wrongdoing, then you’re probably worried that his or her future is going to be derailed.

The penalties for drug charges related to methamphetamine possession, manufacturing, distribution or trafficking are severe.

Alabama has some of the nation’s strictest drug possession laws. Many such offenses result in felony charges, which may carry jail time.

Being pulled over by police is one of the most nerve-racking events you may experience. However, worse than being stopped by Alabama authorities is being arrested on suspicion of drug possession.

There are many things about so-called “street” drugs that may surprise you. For instance, did you know data suggests that more than 10 percent of people in Alabama and all other states over the age of 12 have tried illicit drugs in the past month?

Imagine the following nightmare. The police pull you over for a broken tail light or another reason.