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In Pennsylvania, there are numerous laws that prohibit the sale, distribution and trafficking of illegal substances and controlled chemicals. Each year, hundreds of people are arrested and charged with a drug crime and face lengthy imprisonments or jail time, fines, restitution and court-mandated drug awareness courses. A conviction can also mean a permanent criminal record, which would be available for all potential employers, housing and lenders to see.
If you have been arrested for a drug crime, you need to act quickly and ensure that your rights are protected by retaining the representation of a dedicated Harrisburg criminal defense attorney from Crisp and Associates, LLC. According to Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, there are numerous types of drug crimes that a person can be convicted of committing. Some of the most commonly charged criminal offenses include:
Drug Trafficking
Any person found with illegal narcotics or chemical substances with intent to trade on a global, national or local scale. You can also be charged with drug trafficking if you traffic drug paraphernalia.
Sale of Illegal Substances
While all drug sale charges hold potential for lengthy incarceration, sale of drugs near schools or parks can greatly increase your offense and have you facing felony charges.
Cultivation of Drugs
Any drug manufacturing or cultivation of drugs, such as marijuana or methamphetamines, can lead to numerous drug charges and is prosecuted as felony offense.
Fraud of Prescription Notes
Doctor shopping or illegally obtaining prescription drugs through fraud or sale is considered a serious offense. Convictions can lead to mandatory drug awareness programs, fines and jail time.
Possession of Drugs
Possession is one of the most commonly charged drug offenses. Depending on the amount of drug and type of drug that was found on you or your property, you may be charged with a misdemeanor or a felony offense.
High-Quality Representation from Our Harrisburg Criminal Lawyer
Any time a person is charged with a drug offense, they run the risk of having their charges increased to a felony offense or to be charged for multiple offenses. It is imperative that if you are arrested that you obtain the legal counsel of a trusted attorney as soon as possible. By working with Crisp and Associates, LLC, you can rest assured that your case will be aggressively defended and your rights and future protected. If you need a defense lawyer for your drug charges, our team offers free case evaluations to all potential clients. Contact our Harrisburg criminal defense firm now to get started.