Searching for a drug lawyer in Florida? Drug possession, sale and trafficking are just some of the drug-related offenses with which a person may be charged. Under both State and Federal law, it is illegal to possess, cultivate, sell, manufacture or distribute narcotics such as marijuana, methamphetamines, heroin, ecstasy (MDMA), PCP and cocaine. It is also illegal to possess or distribute prescription drugs. As both State and Federal law enforcement agencies continue their "war on drugs," more and more arrests and lengthy prison sentences for drug offenses occur throughout Florida and the rest of the United States.

 

Need an attorney for a criminal defense case in South Florida? Contact criminal defense attorney Alan S. Bernstein P.A. as soon as possible if you or someone you know has been arrested or is facing drug crime charges. By becoming involved early on, Attorney Bernstein and his staff may be able to help you avoid having charges filed in the first place. As your legal counsel, the Law Offices of Alan S. Bernstein P.A. will thoroughly evaluate your case in accordance with State and Federal law and will conduct an independent investigation. This independent investigation may uncover an illegal search and seizure by law enforcement, an important eye witness or physical evidence that provides a defense to the crime or crimes you have been accused of.

 

At our firm, defense attorney Alan Bernstein and his experienced staff handle all types of State and Federal drug crime cases throughout South Florida and the state of Florida.

We represent adults, college students, juveniles, and people from all walks of life charged with any and all drug offenses including:

 

* Drug Distribution

* Drug Cultivation/Grow House

* Drug Paraphernalia

* Drug Trafficking

* Drug DUI (Driving under the influence of drugs)

* Manufacturing of Drugs

* Marijuana Possession

* THC Concentrates

* Possession of Drugs

* Possession with Intent to Sell

* Illegal possession of prescription drugs such as Oxycontin, Hydrocodone, or antidepressants.

* Possession or use of narcotics, stimulants, and hallucinogens, including crack, cocaine, crank, MDMA/ecstasy, PCP, Heroin, crystal meth, and GHB.

* Search and Seizure

* Possession of Marijuana (misdemeanor)

* Possession of Marijuana (felony)

* Sale of or intent to distribute small quantities of controlled substances.

 

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Legal Defenses Against Drug Crime Charges

A critical part in preparing a legal defense against drug offenses is to thoroughly examine the details of the arrest and how the drug were seized by the police. Our drug defense lawyers will review all aspects of the investigation that led to your arrest. Did the police officer have valid probable cause or reasonable suspicion before the search and was the arrest lawful? Did they properly handle the evidence? Did they possess a valid search warrant issued by a judge? Did they conduct their search without violating your constitutional rights? It has been our experience that an illegal and seizure is not uncommon in drug cases. If police illegally obtained evidence and it can be proven in court, the judge may rule it inadmissible and dismiss the charges.

 

PENALTIES FOR DRUG CRIME CONVICTIONS IN FLORIDA

Florida, particularly South Florida, is a hot spot for drug importation and trafficking. International and interstate drug import and export leads to an increase in drug crime altogether, thus both State and Federal law enforcement agencies come down hard upon anyone suspected of drug offenses. Maximum penalties are often sought by the prosecuting attorney, and thus it is all the more important that your defense lawyer be skilled, experienced and aggressive in defending your case.

 

Penalties for any drug crime will vary depending upon the following factors:

• The type of drug involved

• The amount/weight of drug or drugs

• Any prior convictions, particularly for drug-related offenses

• Whether any minors were involved

• Whether weapons were involved

• If any other crimes were committed (murder, assault, robbery, etc.)

• in conjunction with the drug crime

 

Some of the penalties an individual convicted of a drug crime may face include:

 

• County jail sentence

• State prison sentence

• Heavy fines

• Probation

• Drug counseling

• Drug treatment

• Community service

 

 

Choose an Attorney that Knows How to Defend Drug Offenses in Florida

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Contacting an experienced South Florida drug lawyer immediately following an arrest is crucial to the success of your case. If you are to have the greatest opportunity for a positive case outcome and avoiding maximum penalties for whatever type of drug crime you may have been accused of, you must call now.

Both Florida State and Federal laws enforce harsh penalties for drug crime convictions, and it will take a dedicated legal team that will use hard-hitting and aggressive defense strategies to effectively handle your case. Prosecutors will try to penalize you according to the highest extent of the law. With an effective defense in place, you may not have to experience the heavy hand of the law.

 

Alan S. Bernstein P.A. is a fierce advocate for the Constitutional rights of the accused, and we will work tirelessly and aggressively to prevent the conviction of our client.

 

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For an aggressive defense of your rights, contact South Florida criminal defense attorney Alan S. Bernstein P.A. for a free consultation. Call today and put an experienced effective advocate on your side who will defend your rights.

Call 954-925-3111 or 954-347-1000 on evenings and weekends.