West Palm Beach Sale of Drugs Lawyers
The sale of drugs in Florida is considered to be a serious crime and the punishment for those who are caught distributing these illegal substances to others is often quite harsh. Drug sale and distribution is typically considered to be a felony, although in some cases dealing with relatively small amounts of marijuana, the act may be considered a misdemeanor. In either case, offenders will face a significant amount of jail time and will have to pay a fine.
If you have been arrested and charged with the sale of illicit drugs, then you will need a strong and capable criminal defense lawyer to protect you in court. The West Palm Beach sale of drugs lawyers of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A. are dedicated to defending people in your situation. Call us today at 561-353-2800 to schedule a free consultation.
Florida Drug Sale Laws
The state of Florida is well-known for having very strict illegal drug possession and trafficking laws. Drug trafficking is legally defined as the manufacture, distribution, sale, or cultivation of illicit substances. Marijuana is one of the most commonly trafficked illegal drugs in the United States. The Florida penalties regarding the sale and cultivation of this plant are the following:
- Less than 25 lb: First degree felony, punishable by up to 5 years in prison and a fine of $5000
- Between 25 and 2,000 lb: First degree felony, punishable by a minimum sentence of 3 years in jail and a fine of $25,000
- Between 2,000 and 10,000 lb: First degree felony, punishable by a minimum sentence of 7 years in prison and a fine of $50,000
- Greater than 10,000 lb: First degree felony, punishable by a minimum sentence of 15 years in prison and a fine of $250,000
The sale of any amount of drugs around an educational institution or park is punishable by up to 15 years in jail. The sale of harsher drugs such as cocaine or heroin is treated in a similar manner, but the punishments are more severe for smaller amounts of these substances.
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If you have been accused of the sale of illegal substances, then an experienced criminal defense lawyer can help successfully defend you in court. Contact the West Palm Beach sale of drugs lawyers of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A. today at 561-353-2800 to speak with one of our qualified attorneys about your situation.
