State and federal drug trafficking charges are extremely serious, and anyone facing accusations of local or interstate distribution should quickly hire an experienced drug crimes defense lawyer in Muskegon. Without an attorney, you could face both state and federal conviction, and an extremely harsh sentence.
Contact our experienced drug trafficking lawyers in Muskegon now and begin fighting back against harsh criminal penalties. Trial lawyer Scott Grabel and the rest of our highly dedicated team will do everything possible to help you obtain the most favorable case outcome.
With over a decade of experience protecting Michigan’s accused, Grabel & Associates is an established force in Muskegon criminal law. Our attorneys know what it takes to win in even the most complex cases, and we have experience protecting clients after state, interstate, and federal accusations. We are committed to aggressively defending against wrongful conviction, enhanced and additional charges, and excessive sentencing, and are always available to start working with clients statewide. If you have any questions about drug trafficking in Muskegon as it relates to the case of yourself or a loved one, contact Grabel & Associates now for a free initial consultation. An experienced case analyst will walk you through what our firm can do to help you avoid life-changing penalties.
Drug trafficking charges often result in addition to other allegations, such as drug possession or conspiracy to distribute, and as a result there are many different laws and sentencing guidelines pertaining to Muskegon drug trafficking. If you sell or deliver drugs within Michigan, you will be sentenced according to Michigan Public Health Code guidelines, which assign different maximum sentences to different drug schedules. The most serious penalties are handed out in cases involving Schedule 1 or 2 illegal narcotics, such as cocaine and heroin. Schedule 3, 4, and 5 substances are still taken extremely seriously, however, and a conviction could lead to jail time, fines, and a felony record.
In addition, if you are accused of conspiring to distribute, possessing large amounts of drugs, or if money laundering or weapons charges are also involved, the maximum sentences you face can be stacked on top of one another, and leave you facing life in prison and millions of dollars in fines.
The only way to really gain a grasp on what laws and legal issues are related to your case is by contacting a talented Muskegon drug crime defense lawyer. We know what it takes to fight criminal conviction and will do whatever we can to protect you.
While you may face additional criminal charges in addition to drug distribution, the basic penalties for manufacturing, creating, or delivering drugs are as follows:
For Schedule I and II substances: up to life in prison and a fine of $1,000,000.
For Schedule III substances: up to 7 years in prison and a fine of $10,000.
For Schedule IV substances: up to 4 years in prison and a fine of $2,000.
For Schedule V substances: up to 2 years in prison and a fine of $2,000.
For Marijuana: Up to 15 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000,000.
Any drug distribution charge will also result in a felony criminal record, and if you have any previous drug crime convictions on record, you may face automatic life in prison without parole, according to Michigan’s repeat offender laws.
At Grabel & Associates, our lawyers are committed to developing unique defense approaches for every case we take, and we are always available to begin answering any questions you may have concerning the criminal defense process. We will walk you through everything you need to do to fight conviction and serious criminal penalties, and our team is ready now to start fighting with you and for you as you press on in your battle against police and prosecuting attorneys who want to put you behind bars.
To speak with an experienced drug crime defense lawyer, call 1-800-342-7896 now or contact Grabel & Associates online. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to fight for your freedom.