Facing criminal charges is never a good thing, but federal criminal charges are especially serious. Convictions for manufacturing, possessing or distributing illegal substances can lead to significant consequences, including long prison sentences, harsh fines, and the ongoing complications of having a felony conviction on your record. These harsh penalties make having a good defense strategy crucial.
In North Carolina, you can turn to the accomplished criminal defense lawyers of Vavonese Law Firm, PC, for a fierce defense of your rights, your freedom and your future. We understand what it takes to succeed at the federal level, and we have extensive experience defending our clients in federal courts against damaging drug charges. Call 919-833-7454 now for a free initial consultation. Your defense cannot wait.
Drugs are organized into “schedules” at the federal level based on their potential for abuse and potential medical uses. The schedules, ranging from the highest potential for abuse to the lowest potential for abuse, are:
This is not an exhaustive list of all controlled substances. If you have been charged with possession or trafficking of any drug at the federal level, it is crucial to seek the advice of an experienced criminal defense attorney. Do not assume you are safe from federal penalties due to the drug not being seen here.
The penalties for federal drug crimes are severe and that is only just the beginning. Having a conviction on your record will haunt you for the rest of your life, making it difficult to find and maintain employment, obtain housing and work in licensed professions.
Criminal penalties include mandatory minimum sentences. Using heroin and cocaine as an example, a possession conviction could result in the following prison sentences depending on the amount of the drug in question:
In a case with a mandatory minimum sentence required by law judges have little to no discretion in sentencing absent certain circumstances. It does not matter if you are a good person who made one bad decision or found yourself in the wrong place at the wrong time; their hands are tied by these mandatory minimum sentences. The only way to avoid them is to make sure you have an attorney capable of mounting the best possible defense based on the facts in your case. The best outcome may be achieving an acquittal at trial or pleading guilty to a lesser offense to take the harshest penalties off the table.
Federal marijuana crimes range from possession of a small amount on federal property to importing thousands of kilograms into the United States. The penalties range from probation to mandatory prison sentences depending on the charge.
Vavonese Law Firm, PC, handles all types of federal marijuana charges, including:
The federal government has not joined the states in their relaxed attitudes about marijuana. For example, a federal possession charge for 100KG of marijuana will result in a prison sentence between five and 40 years.
Federal cocaine and crack crimes can range from possession of a small amount on federal property to importing thousands of kilograms into the United States. A significant number of cocaine and crack cocaine charges carry mandatory minimum prison sentences. Vavonese Law Firm, PC, represents clients who are facing all types of federal crack and cocaine charges, including:
These cases can have serious penalties upon conviction, and a federal crime can drastically alter the rest of your life. If another charge is filed against you in conjunction with a meth-related charge, such as an assault or any other type of crime, you are facing increased penalties. We handle all types of federal meth charges, including:
Opioid abuse is a major problem in our country. Fentanyl is among the most abused of these types of prescription drugs. Some potential Fentanyl-related charges you could face include:
You will not be able to talk your way out of your predicament no matter how much you believe the facts are on your side. Anything you say can and will be used against you by law enforcement officers, federal agents, federal prosecutors, and others who are focused on putting you behind bars. You have the right to remain silent, and we recommend you exercise it until you have had a chance to discuss your situation with us. We can take it from there, insulating you from potential pitfalls, and guiding you through a successful defense of your rights.
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You don’t have to face these charges alone. At Vavonese Law Firm, PC, we pride ourselves on helping people like you who are facing federal drug charges. Contact us today at 919-833-7454 to speak with an attorney.
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