Miami Drug Crime Lawyer

If you are facing drug charges, such as for marijuana possession, there is no time to waste. Contacting an experienced Miami criminal attorney is crucial if you are to have the greatest opportunity at a positive case outcome and of avoiding maximum penalties for whatever type of drug crime you may have been accused of. Both Florida State and Federal laws enforce harsh penalties for drug crime convictions, and it will take dedicated representation and aggressive defense strategies to effectively handle your case.

Drug Crimes in Miami, Florida

Drug crimes include a number of specific criminal offenses that are all related to substances that are controlled by state or Federal law. These offenses may involve illegal narcotics such as cocaine or heroin as well as prescription drugs such as Vicodin or OxyContin. Following are some examples of Florida drug crimes:

Drug Cultivation/Grow House
If you have been accused of cultivating drugs, you could be facing some very heavy penalties. If you were accused of possessing more than twenty-five pounds of drugs, you could be put in prison for three years. As the drug quantity increases, so do the penalties, up to fifteen years in prison. Read more on drug cultivation/grow house.

Drug Paraphernalia
Drug paraphernalia refers to bongs, pipes, syringes, scales, waters pipes, and other devices used in drug manufacturing or use. This is usually charged as a misdemeanor but it often is difficult to prove beyond a reasonable doubt. Read more on drug paraphernalia.

Drug Trafficking
Since drug trafficking involves a large quantity of illegal drugs crossing state and country lines, it is a very serious offense. It is usually a federal offense and so will be investigated by the FBI and DEA. These government agencies have considerably more resources and manpower and you need a strong advocate to stand up for you. Read more on drug trafficking.

Manufacturing of Drugs
Drug manufacturing can result in up to fifteen years in prison if convicted. The penalties will vary based on the type of drug and the amount being made. If you were accused of manufacturing controlled substances within 1,000 feet of a school or church, the penalties will be increased. Read more on manufacturing of drugs.

Marijuana Possession
Marijuana, or cannabis, is one of the most widely-used illegal substances in the U.S. Although it does have some medicinal purposes, it is typically used recreationally. If you were accused of possessing less than twenty-five grams of marijuana, you could be facing a misdemeanor charge. Read more on marijuana possession.

Possession of Drugs
Although drug possession may be the least serious of drug crimes, you could still be facing misdemeanor and felony crimes. Penalties will vary based on the type of drug in question as well as the amount. If you have been charged with drug possession, contact a Miami criminal attorney today! Read more on possession of drugs.

Possession with Intent
If you were charged with possession with intent, it means that you were charged with possessing more drugs than would be used for one person. Prosecution then assumes that you were planning on selling the extra drugs. However, this is not always the case and you should not be punished for something you did not do. Read more on possession with intent.

Prescription Drug Crimes
Drug crimes do not only refer to illegal drugs. Prescription medication when use for illegal reasons can also be charged as a drug crime. Prescription fraud, unlawful possession of prescription drugs, and prescription drug manufacturing are all types of this crime. Read more on prescription drug crimes.

The penalties which may be imposed upon a conviction for a drug crime vary widely depending on the nature of the offense, the offender's past criminal record and the type and amount of drugs involved.

Criminal Attorney Michael Mirer

Although the nature of a drug crime and the potential charges and penalties that a defendant may face will differ on a case-to-case basis, one constant remains. Involving an experienced Miami drug crime lawyer is essential if the defendant is to be sure that his or her Constitutional rights and interests will be well-protected through the legal process. With his experience as a former Miami-Dade prosecutor and over a decade as a trial attorney, Michael Mirer is a wise choice for your legal counsel.

Contact Miami drug crime attorney Michael Mirer today for a free initial consultation, and find out how you can challenge your Miami drug charges.

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