Fort Lauderdale Drug Trafficking Attorneys
Arrested for Selling Drugs in Fort Lauderdale Attorney
Conviction on drug trafficking or drug sales charges can carry harsh penalties. Depending on the type of drug involved and the quantity in possession, mandatory minimum prison sentences can range from three to 25 years. Successfully fighting drug trafficking charges requires the assistance of an experienced criminal defense lawyer.
The law firm of Malman, Malman & Rosenthal, in the Fort Lauderdale/Miami-area, provides representation to individuals charged with drug crimes, including marijuana and cocaine trafficking and sales. The attorneys at our firm include a former state and federal prosecutor and an acknowledged expert on the federal sentencing guidelines that apply in major drug crime cases. Our lawyers have the skill and legal knowledge to properly handle the government's case against you, working to limit the impact these charges could have on your life, your family and your freedom.
Whether you have discovered you are under investigation for drug sales or trafficking or have been formally charged and/or arrested, we invite you to contact our South Florida law office at your earliest convenience.
Drug Crimes Involving Trafficking or the Intent To Sell
Possession: We represent clients accused of possessing large quantities of controlled substances. Florida law provides that possession of certain drugs in a substantial quantity can be charged as trafficking, even if there was no intent to sell.
Transporting: The criminal defense lawyers at our firm handle cases involving the smuggling of drugs into the United States or across state lines. We can challenge the validity of search and seizure warrants based on electronic surveillance and wiretaps to expose errors or misconduct on the part of law enforcement.
RICO Violations: Under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), federal authorities can seize your home and other assets they believe were purchased using the proceeds of illegal drug activity. We have the knowledge and ability to challenge the government's case using financial experts in an effort to disprove their accusations.
Malman, Malman & Rosenthal handles drug crime cases involving enhancements, such as weapons possession, prior convictions and alleged offenses that occurred on or near state or federal property. We also handle federal criminal cases, such as conspiracy and money laundering, that frequently arise in major drug prosecutions.
In every drug trafficking or drug sales case, we prepare a rigorous strategy for our client's defense. In some cases, a plea bargain may be the right course of action rather than proceeding to a full jury trial. If this is the case in your particular circumstance, you can rely on our strong negotiation skills to help reduce the charges against you or lessen the penalties you may face.
To arrange an initial consultation, contact a drug crimes defense lawyer at the law offices of Malman, Malman & Rosenthal.
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