Fort Lauderdale Criminal Lawyer
Drug Crimes
Because Florida is a major center for illegal drug trafficking, the state takes its drug laws very seriously. As a result, if you are charged with a drug crime, the prosecution will aggressively pursue your case and you will need an equally aggressive Fort Lauderdale criminal attorney to defend you.
Punishment and severity of drug charges depends on what drug was involved and what the quantity was. Some drug crimes can carry such harsh sentences as life in prison or, even, the death penalty. Drug cases Fort Lauderdale drug crimes criminal lawyer Craig Stella has successfully defended include:
- Distribution
- Intent to sell
- Manufacturing
- Narcotics sales
- Possession
- Prescription drug fraud
- Trafficking
- And more…
A good Fort Lauderdale drug crimes criminal lawyer can investigate the circumstances of your arrest and look for any illegal searches or seizures in the investigation of your crime. There may be circumstances leading to your arrest that can get the case thrown out of court or require certain evidence be suppressed. Additionally, if this is the first time you face charges, you may be eligible to enter certain drug programs that may cause the state to drop its charges against you.
At the Craig Stella Law Firm, we defend cases involving all kinds of drugs, including: Amphetamines, Cocaine, Codeine, Ecstasy, Heroin, Marijuana, Morphine, Oxycotton, PCP and more. We are dedicated to defending your rights, no matter what drug charges you face. Contact us today for a free initial consultation with a Fort Lauderdale criminal lawyer.