The Rachel Defends You podcast, hosted by criminal defense attorney Rachel Kugel, continues to spotlight timely and important legal issues through candid conversations with respected practitioners. In a recent episode, Rachel interviews Rick Collins, a criminal defense lawyer at Collins Gann McCloskey & Barry PLLC, a New York-based law firm. This in-depth discussion focuses on the legal treatment of performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs), sentencing disparities, and practical strategies for defending clients charged under outdated drug statutes. For more resources on defending one's rights, visit The Kugel Law Firm.
Meet Rick Collins
Rick Collins is a nationally recognized criminal defense lawyer known for his work in cases involving anabolic steroids and other performance-enhancing substances. Based in New York, Rick has been at the forefront of advocating for reforms in how such substances are prosecuted. He is a former prosecutor and co-founder of Collins Gann McCloskey & Barry PLLC, where his practice has included numerous federal and state cases involving non-violent defendants facing disproportionately harsh penalties. His legal work has contributed to broader discussions about fairness in sentencing and the necessity for modernized legal standards around drug offenses.
Episode Insights
In this episode, Rick Collins offers a compelling overview of the federal government’s historical approach to regulating steroids and how initial legislation was driven more by fear than science. He explains the origins of the Anabolic Steroid Control Act and describes how steroids were categorized alongside narcotics like heroin and LSD without scientific justification.
Highlights include:
- Reevaluating Sentencing: Rick discusses current Department of Justice trends in sentencing reform and how they impact clients facing non-violent drug charges.
- Prosecutorial Discretion: He warns against prosecutorial overreach and encourages defense attorneys to hold firm in telling their client’s full story.
- Legal Strategy: The conversation explores the importance of tailoring defense approaches to the unique factual and legal nuances of each case.
Tune In Now
To hear Rick Collins discuss smarter defense strategies and the shifting landscape of PED-related prosecutions, listen to the full episode of Rachel Defends You. The episode is available on Rachel Defends You podcast page as well as major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
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