Jacksonville Drug Trafficking Lawyers
Aggressive Criminal Defense in Florida
Drug trafficking is a serious criminal offense that can result in severe penalties. Even if you are being charged at the federal level, you still have rights. The legal professionals at the Law Office of Russell B. McCormick, PA have over 14 years of experience defending clients against drug charges, including drug trafficking.
Our Jacksonville drug trafficking attorneys can help you build a solid defense and aggressively fight the charges. Call (904) 353-0436 or contact us online today.
What Is Drug Trafficking?
Drug trafficking, also referred to as drug distribution, is the illegal production, cultivation, and movement of controlled substances. It is a felony offense and is considered to be a federal crime, as well as a state crime.
Controlled substances in Florida include:
- Marijuana
- Heroin
- Cocaine
- Ecstasy
- Methamphetamine
- Prescription drugs, such as hydrocodone and oxycodone
Drug trafficking charges are more serious than drug possession charges and carry much harsher penalties. The penalties will depend on the type and amount of drug, as well as factors such as whether the drug was being distributed to minors or near a school.
Penalties for Drug Trafficking
Drug trafficking penalties can be quite severe, even for first-time offenders. In some cases, a conviction for drug trafficking can result in a life sentence. However, the specific penalties will depend on the type of drug, the amount, and the circumstances surrounding the crime.
Penalties for drug trafficking in Florida include:
- Three years in prison and/or a $25,000 fine for 28 grams of cocaine
- Fifteen years in prison and/or a $200,000 fine for 200 grams of cocaine
- Life in prison and/or a $250,000 fine for 400 grams of cocaine
- Three years in prison and/or a $50,000 fine for 25 pounds of marijuana
- Fifteen years in prison and/or a $200,000 fine for 2,000 pounds of marijuana
- Life in prison and/or a $250,000 fine for 10,000 pounds of marijuana
These are just a few examples of the penalties you could face if you are convicted of drug trafficking. The penalties for trafficking prescription drugs are also quite severe and can result in life in prison.
Defending Against Drug Trafficking Charges
Drug trafficking charges are not easy to fight, but with the right legal representation, it is possible to have the charges reduced or even dropped. It may be possible to argue that the drugs were not yours or that you did not know they were in your possession. In some cases, it may be possible to argue that the drugs were planted by law enforcement.
Other possible defenses include:
- Lack of evidence
- Illegal search and seizure
- Invalid search warrant
- Entrapment
Law enforcement must follow strict procedures when making an arrest and gathering evidence. If your rights were violated at any point during the arrest or investigation, it may be possible to have the evidence thrown out. This could result in the charges being dropped or reduced.
Call Our Firm Today
If you have been charged with drug trafficking, it is important to seek legal representation as soon as possible. The sooner you contact the Law Office of Russell B. McCormick, PA, the sooner we can get to work on your case. We will conduct a thorough investigation and help you build a solid defense.
Call (904) 353-0436 now to schedule a free consultation with our drug trafficking lawyers in Jacksonville.
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Read through some of our recent five-star client testimonials below, or call (904) 353-0436 get started with our attorney today.
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"He Never Failed to Impress"He has never failed to impress. I believe his experience as a former attorney prosecuting cases gives him extensive knowledge to defend the toughest case. I am most impressed with his professionalism, promptness, and dedication.- Donna S.
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"He's A Beast!!!"
Russell represented my husband and we have been pleased with him every step of the way. He is aggressive and straight to the point. I would recommend him for any of your troubles... he's a beast!!!!!!
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"Worth Every Penny!"I cannot say thank you enough to Mr. McCormick and his team. Everyone was amazingly nice and professional and I always got a response in a timely manner. He was worth every penny so I didn’t have to face the court alone.- Amber H.
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"Hard Work and Dedication"Russell McCormick is an excellent attorney. With Russell's professional expertise and knowledge, my son received a lesser sentence. Thank you for your hard work and dedication.- Carla B.
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Called the McCormick office in trouble, with my freedom on the line. Russell answered the phone himself and confirmed he took on my type of cases. He took my information down and we scheduled a consultation. When I arrived for my consultation, he already had the information about my case,and a plan to come to my defense, already in tow! That made me confident in hiring Russell. However, my case had gotten thrown out (unbeknownst to me) and even though I paid the retainers fee, he sent me a refund.In reality he could have kept it. That right there is why he'll forever be my go to attorney if I needed one. Ready to defend and honest when need be. I appreciate him and Ms Dorothy and highly recommend. Thanks again!- Jones
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"Aggressive for the Best Outcome"All around a great lawyer. We were able to have all the charges against me dismissed. He was aggressive in reaching the best outcome for me and he did it at a cost no one would have considered.- Abdul Z.
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"He Couldn't Have Made It Easier"Want to give a huge thanks to Russell & I would highly recommend him! He was always easy to get in contact with and answered any questions I had. He couldn’t have made this process any easier. Greatly appreciate all of his work!- Nikki N.
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"A Sense of Relief"Mr. McCormick came highly recommended. We have never been through any legal situations in our life so this was very stressful for our family. After discussing our situation with him we felt a sense of relief. Our overall outcome was better than we expected- Nick G.
