Washington, D.C. criminal defense lawyer Nabeel Kibria explains how being an addict may be used in your defense in a drug case in Washington, D.C. He explains that being an addict is not necessarily an affirmative defense, but it can play an important role in building a defense strategy. Addiction is a serious condition, and in many cases, it leads individuals to commit drug-related crimes in search of more drugs. However, if the charges involve distribution, addiction alone may not offer much protection. Still, he notes that it can contribute to the larger narrative an attorney presents, helping to explain the circumstances and reasons behind why certain crimes may have been committed.