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Dre Kirkpatrick, a former Alabama cornerback, was arrested in Bradenton, Florida on Tuesday for a drug offense of possession of less than 20 grams of marijuana, according to the Associated Press. He was later released on $120 bond.

The arrest comes just a week after Kirkpatrick announced he would not be attending school his senior year so he can enter the NFL draft. Kirkpatrick was riding in a car with another former Alabama player when police pulled them over. The driver had been driving in the wrong lane. A police dog detected drugs, and marijuana was found on the floor at Kirkpatrick's feet. The driver told police he had purchased the drugs inside a home, and Kirkpatrick said he had been waiting in the car and did not know marijuana was being purchased.

Anyone can become involved in a situation involving illegal drugs. Just because you were caught up in this type of situation does not mean you are a lifetime criminal or a bad person; however, you may face a number of consequences. The criminal defense lawyers at the Umansky Law Firm will work to find all possible ways to minimize the severity of these consequences. We handle drug charges stemming from a variety of offenses, including:

• Possession
• Trafficking
• Importing
• Distributing
• Growing or cultivating

During this difficult time, our attorneys will be on your side, looking out for your best interest and protecting your rights.

If you have been charged with a drug offense in Orlando, Florida or the surrounding areas, please contact the experienced criminal defense attorneys at the Umansky Law Firm to schedule a free and confidential consultation.