OPIOIDS AND THE LAW
While opioids are a threat to your physical and mental health, they also carry the added risk of incarceration. Being charged with possession of medical opioids without a prescription or with street opiates like heroin could get you up to three years in prison. If you find yourself in an unfortunate situation involving these controlled substances, it’s critical that you take steps to protect your legal rights. DO NOT DISCARD THE OPIATES Attempting to evade law enforcement or to quickly dispose of any controlled substance is a surefire way to make you appear guilty in the eyes of the law. Furthermore, these actions may land you with additional charges, like resisting arrest or tampering with evidence. The best you can do in the moment is accept the charges, knowing you will get your day in court. DO NOT ADMIT GUILT Under the Constitution, all citizens are innocent until proven guilty. Therefore, the police bear the burden of proving that you were aware of your possession of opiates. Admitting guilt closes off many legal avenues for your defense and amounts to you surrendering your right to avoid self-incrimination. REMEMBER THE ACTIONS OF LAW ENFORCEMENT Always cooperate with police officers in the moment, but keep an eye on how they conduct themselves as well. They may overstep their bounds by illegally searching your vehicle or your person, or they may use coercion tactics to entrap you. This sort of police misconduct throws the facts of the entire case into question. Opiate possession charges are serious, and finding the best possible legal defense depends on the unique circumstances of your case. An experienced criminal defense attorney can help you examine the facts and find your best path forward. Elliot Kantor is an expert lawyer for those charged with drug possession. Our team will do everything we can to get your charges minimized or dropped entirely. We can also connect you with medical resources to help with any substance abuse problems you may be battling, empowering you to take positive steps toward the future. Give us a call at (619) 231-1883. CONTACT AN EXPERIENCED CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY
GREEN BEAN AND SESAME SALAD
Inspired by Delicious magazine
If you need an easy, healthy side dish with plenty of flavor, this green bean salad will be the perfect addition to your summer menu.
INGREDIENTS
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3 cups green beans, ends trimmed
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1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
Small bunch of fresh mint
1 tablespoon olive oil
Small bunch of flat-leaf parsley
2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
Salt and pepper, to taste
DIRECTIONS
1. Bring a large saucepan of water to boil; cook green beans for 4–5 minutes; drain well.
2. In a blender, mix finely chopped mint and parsley with olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Blend until combined. 3. Add dressing, onion, and sesame seeds to beans. Toss together. Cool dish, then refrigerate until ready to serve.
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