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Melbourne Drug Trafficking Defense Attorneys

Florida Drug Trafficking Laws

Drug trafficking charges are extremely serious and can result in life-altering penalties if you are convicted. These charges are highly complex and can be confusing to understand, especially without the help of an experienced criminal defense lawyer. If you are facing drug trafficking charges, you need to take immediate action to protect your rights and future.

At Funk, Szachacz & Diamond, we are committed to providing aggressive legal representation to individuals facing drug trafficking charges. We understand the serious nature of these charges and the potential consequences you are facing. Our Melbourne drug trafficking attorneys will build a strong defense strategy on your behalf and work to minimize the potential penalties you face.

To speak with our experienced Melbourne drug trafficking attorney, give us a call at (321) 360-4446 or contact us online today.

What Is Drug Trafficking?

Drug trafficking refers to the sale, transport, or importation of illegal drugs. These charges can be filed at the state or federal level and carry severe penalties if you are convicted. In Florida, drug trafficking charges are based on the type and quantity of drugs involved.

Common types of drugs involved in trafficking cases include:

Marijuana
Cocaine
Heroin
Ecstasy
Methamphetamine

These drugs are classified as illegal controlled substances and are regulated by both federal and state laws. Drug trafficking charges can be filed when an individual is caught selling, transporting, or importing these drugs into the state. Even if you are caught with a small amount of drugs, you can still face drug trafficking charges if it can be shown that you intended to sell or distribute the drugs.

Drug trafficking charges can also be based on the quantity of drugs involved, including:

28 grams or more of cocaine
14 grams or more of methamphetamine
14 grams or more of ecstasy
3 grams or more of heroin
25 pounds or more of marijuana

If you are facing drug trafficking charges, it is important to understand that you do not have to be caught in the act of selling or transporting drugs to be convicted. Prosecutors can build a case against you based on a variety of different factors, including the amount of drugs involved, the presence of large amounts of cash, or the presence of drug paraphernalia, such as scales or baggies.

What Are the Penalties for Drug Trafficking?

Drug trafficking charges are extremely serious and can result in a variety of different penalties if you are convicted. The potential penalties for drug trafficking will depend on the type of drugs involved and the quantity of drugs involved. In most cases, drug trafficking charges are classified as a first-degree felony.

Convictions for drug trafficking charges can result in the following penalties:

Up to 30 years in prison
Up to $10,000 in fines
Loss of your driver's license
Probation or parole
Mandatory drug testing

In addition to these penalties, a drug trafficking conviction will also result in a permanent criminal record. This can make it extremely difficult to find employment, housing, or obtain a loan in the future. Drug trafficking charges can also result in the seizure of your assets, including your car or home.

Defending Drug Trafficking Charges

Drug trafficking charges are extremely serious and can be difficult to defend without the help of an experienced Melbourne drug trafficking lawyer. There are a variety of different defense strategies that can be used to challenge drug trafficking charges, including challenging the constitutionality of the search and seizure or the credibility of the evidence against you.

Our Melbourne drug trafficking defense attorneys will thoroughly evaluate your case and help you understand your options. We will launch a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding your arrest and look for evidence that can be used to challenge the charges against you. We will also work to negotiate with the prosecution to have your charges reduced or dismissed, when possible.

How Our Melbourne Drug Trafficking Defense Attorneys Can Help

Drug trafficking charges are highly complex and require the help of an experienced criminal defense lawyer. At Funk, Szachacz & Diamond, we are committed to providing the aggressive representation you need to protect your rights and future. Our Melbourne drug trafficking attorneys will fight tirelessly to have your charges reduced or dismissed, when possible. We will work to minimize the potential penalties you face and help you get back on your feet.

Protect Your Rights - Call Our Firm Today

If you are facing drug trafficking charges, you need to take immediate action to protect your rights and future. Our Melbourne drug trafficking attorneys will build a strong defense strategy on your behalf and help you navigate the legal process. We will work to minimize the potential penalties you face and help you get back on your feet.

Don't face drug trafficking charges alone. Contact our firm online to call (321) 360-4446 today to schedule a free case evaluation with our Melbourne drug trafficking attorneys.

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Not convicted of any crime. Mr. M. was arrested and charged with Trafficking in Oxycodone, Conspiracy to Traffic in Oxycodone and Acquiring a Controlled Substance by Fraud. After a year-long investigation by the attorneys, the Government dismissed all felonies and Mr. M. was not convicted of any crime. Trafficking Drugs
Dismissed Mr. W. was arrested and charged with 6 counts of Possession of Hydrocodone. After the firm conducted a pre-trial investigation, the Government dismissed all 6 counts. 6 counts of Possession of Hydrocodone. Drugs
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Reversal of his conviction and death sentence. The attorneys were asked to serve as appellate counsel for Mr. B. after he was convicted of two murders and sentenced to death. The attorneys agreed to become Mr. B’s appellate counsel. They successfully briefed and argued before the Florida Supreme Court for the unanimous 7-0 reversal of his conviction and death sentence. Double Murder Homicide
Received a non-incarcerative sentence. After a gruesome homicide occurred in Central Florida, numerous men were charged with the killing. Mr. W. was formally charged with the gang-style murder. After exhaustive investigation by the partners in the firm, Mr. W. was convicted of a simple misdemeanor and received a non-incarcerative sentence. Gang-Style Murder Homicide
Charges Dismissed Young woman formally charged with DUI Manslaughter in the death of her fiancé. After 2+ years of investigation and consultation with experts in Florida, Washington and Michigan, Funk, Szachacz & Diamond disproved the government’s theory and the State dismissed all charges against Ms. M. DUI Manslaughter Homicide
Not adjudicated guilty of any crime Mr. D. was arrested and formally charged with 2nd Degree Murder. The firm conducted an extensive pre-trial investigation, including important background of the deceased and began negotiations with the State. As a result, Mr. D. was not adjudicated guilty of any crime and did not serve one day in prison. 2nd Degree Murder Homicide
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