
Being investigated for smoking marijuana while abroad
■ Overview of the case The client became the subject of an investigation by a domestic law enforcement agency on drug-related charges while abroad. The charges were related to smoking narcotics, and although the client was deeply remorseful for his actions, he was afraid of the severe penalties for drug offenses. The client, who was in a psychologically unstable state due to his unexpected involvement in a criminal case, came to Ongang Law Firm to honestly confess his situation, seek leniency, and resolve the case amicably. ■ Case Issues The key issue in this case was whether the client could obtain a deferred prosecution disposition by actively confessing to the fact that he was a first-time offender, showed deep remorse, and vowed to prevent recidivism. In light of the fact that the client admitted to the charges and was deeply remorseful, Mr. Onkang's defense team recommended that the client be granted a deferred prosecution.