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Drug trafficking involves transporting, selling, or the illegal importing of controlled substances. It’s illegal under state and federal law and carries serious penalties. If you have been arrested and charged with this offense, our Fishers drug crime lawyers at The Criminal Defense Team of Baldwin Perry & Wiley PC can begin mounting an aggressive defense on your behalf. You can trust our more than 110 years of combined legal experience to competently guide you through this process.

What Is Drug Trafficking?

Drug trafficking under federal law involves knowingly or intentionally manufacturing, distributing, dispensing, or possessing with the intent to manufacture, distribute, or dispense a controlled substance or counterfeit substance. The potential penalties for drug trafficking under federal law depend on the type and quantity of drug involved.

Indiana does not have a specific drug trafficking law. However, those individuals convicted of distributing or transporting drugs on a larger scale face harsher penalties than individuals found with smaller amounts of drugs as provided under Indiana’s Uniform Controlled Substances.

What Are the Penalties for Drug Trafficking?

It’s possible you can face penalties for drug trafficking under state and federal law. Drug trafficking is punished much more harshly than mere drug possession. Under federal law, a person can face up to 40 years imprisonment and fines up to $8 million. Under state law,

penalties can range from 180 days to 30 years behind bars and a fine of up to $10,000. When you’re facing such serious penalties, you must seek legal representation.

What Defenses Can I Raise to Criminal Charges for Drug Trafficking?

To secure a conviction, the prosecution must prove that you committed each legal element of the crime by proof beyond a reasonable doubt, including the requisite knowledge or intent described by the criminal statute in question. An experienced criminal defense lawyer can analyze the charges against you and explain what law enforcement is accusing you of. They can also assess which defenses you may be able to raise in your defense, such as:

  • Not in possession – You may have been unaware that you had any controlled substances in your possession.
  • Mere possession – Even if you had a large quantity of drugs, they could have been for your personal use.
  • Illegal search and seizure – Police may have violated procedural requirements or your constitutional rights. An experienced lawyer can determine if they can file a motion to suppress illegally obtained evidence.
  • Entrapment – Law enforcement may have coerced you into agreeing to broker a drug trade when this is not something you may have otherwise done.

Learn the creative defenses our highly knowledgeable and board-certified criminal defense attorneys can raise in your case.

Contact Our Experienced Fishers Drug Trafficking Lawyers for a Free Consultation

The Criminal Defense Team can build a robust defense on your behalf. We can discuss your situation during a free consultation, get your side of the store, and create a comprehensive legal strategy tailored to your case. Contact us today at (317) 687-8326 so we can discuss how we can protect your future.