Drug-related offences are among the most complex proceedings in criminal law. In this type of case, there is no room for mistakes, and every procedural decision can have a decisive impact on the final outcome.
In one of his TikTok videos, Ignacio Estradé explains why, when police action has been carried out correctly, the defence must focus on a precise and realistic legal strategy.
The complexity of drug offence proceedings
In most of these cases, the National Police carry out their work with a particularly high level of rigor.
Essential legal protocols are usually respected, such as maintaining the proper chain of custody of the seized substances, correctly informing the suspect of their rights, and ensuring that the substance is handled and analysed in accordance with legal standards.
When these elements have been properly observed, the chances of challenging the proceedings on formal or procedural grounds are significantly reduced.
The importance of evidence analysis
In this context, the criminal defence must focus on a thorough analysis of the evidence.
The type of substance seized, the quantity involved, the level of purity determined by the laboratory and the specific circumstances of the police intervention are decisive factors in determining both the legal classification of the offence and the potential sentence.
Applicable sentences and aggravating factors
As a general rule, sentences for drug offences tend to range between three and six years of imprisonment, depending on the type of substance and its purity.
However, these sentences may increase significantly when additional aggravating factors are present, such as membership in a criminal organisation, repeat offending or the particular seriousness of the conduct.
For this reason, each case must be analysed individually, without relying on automatic or standardised solutions.
The role of agreements with the prosecution
In many drug-related cases, the defence chooses to assess the possibility of reaching agreements with the prosecution.
Such agreements may allow for a reduction of the sentence, help avoid unnecessary procedural risks and lead to a more favourable outcome within the legal framework.
Deciding whether an agreement is appropriate requires experience, careful analysis and a realistic assessment of the case.
Every decision matters
As Ignacio Estradé points out, when a police investigation is solidly built, criminal defence cannot rely on improvisation.
Strategy, detailed examination of the case file and informed decision-making are essential.
In drug offences, every case is different and every decision matters.
And in that context, a technical and strategic defence makes all the difference.
