Winning Your Federal Drug Trafficking Case: Strategies from LibertyBell Law
Category: Winning Drug Cases
What Constitutes Federal Drug Trafficking?
Federal drug trafficking charges typically arise from:
- Transportation or distribution of controlled substances across state or national borders.
- Possession of drugs with intent to distribute.
- Manufacturing or cultivation of illegal substances.
- Conspiracy to distribute drugs, even if no drugs are physically involved.
Potential Penalties
The penalties for drug trafficking depend on the type and quantity of drugs involved:
- Cocaine: 5-40 years imprisonment for 500g or more.
- Marijuana: 5-40 years for 100kg or more.
- Heroin: 10 years to life for 1kg or more.
Fines can range from $5 million to $20 million, depending on the case specifics.
How LibertyBell Law Group Can Help
We deploy a range of defense tactics tailored to the specifics of each case, including:
- Challenging the legality of searches and seizures under the Fourth Amendment.
- Exposing weaknesses in the prosecution’s evidence chain.
- Proving lack of intent or involvement in trafficking operations.
- Negotiating plea deals to reduce charges and penalties.
Client Success Stories
“LibertyBell’s team saved my life. They proved the search warrant was illegal and got all charges dropped. I can’t thank them enough!”
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