Keansburg police recently arrested two women for Heroin Distribution after complaining neighbors alerted police to suspected drug activity. The cops followed up and conducted a two week investigation, which most likely included video surveillance. It appears the police were able to secure a search warrant for the house based on the information collected through the investigation. Although most heroin arrests still result from motor vehicle stops and the subsequent searches of the car, search warrant arrests for heroin are increasing. Police are dedicating more time and resources to fighting heroin then ever before so you they are conducting more investigations and making more arrests. Cases involving search warrants and arrest warrants can be tough and often involve complicated legal issues which require litigation. If you or a loved one has been arrested for heroin possession or distribution, it is important that you speak with an experienced criminal attorney to learn your options are potential defenses. Contact our office today for a free consultation.

Among the charges for Possession of Heroin and Distribution of Heroin, the defendants were also charged with Intent to Distribute Heroin within 500 feet of a Park, which is a second degree crime. A second degree crime carries 5 – 10 years in state prison, with a presumption of incarceration, even for a first time offender. Both defendants were taken to Monmouth County Jail with on a $60,000 and $40,000 bail with no 10 percent option. All heroin cases are sent to the Monmouth County Superior where they will most likely be sent to a grand jury and once indicted, assigned to a trial team to be prosecuted by the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office.