The consequences of a drug conviction can have a huge impact on a person's life. One Greensboro man may be facing those consequences after he was arrested on various drug charges.

The 24-year-old man, along with a 42-year-old man from nearby Asheboro, were charged with possession with intent to sell or deliver marijuana, felony possession of marijuana, as well as possession of drug paraphernalia. Police are also looking for a 55-year-old man from Asheboro who faces similar charges, along with a charge of maintaining a dwelling to keep a controlled substance and possession of drug paraphernalia.

The charges came after police searched a local home on Brookside Drive. They claim to have found 55 grams of marijuana, drug paraphernalia and money in the home.

People are often quick to judge those who have been charged with a crime, but it is important to remember that an individual remains innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

In a case like this, police may have improperly executed a warrant. The men who were charged may also have been in the wrong place at the wrong time, but otherwise innocent of any crimes. Whatever the case may be, these man will need a strong defense to fight the charges against them.

Residents of Greensboro who are facing similar drug charges would likely benefit from working with an experienced criminal defense attorney. An attorney can look deeper into a case to be sure police acted appropriately, as well as work to protect an individual's rights.

Source: MyFOX8, "Two Arrested, One Wanted on Drug Charges in Asheboro," Jan. 27, 2012