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What We DoDrug trafficking is a very serious crime in North Carolina, and those convicted of drug trafficking charges may be facing huge fines and lengthy imprisonments, as well as the lifelong consequences of being a felon. In fact, North Carolina’s drug trafficking laws are some of the toughest in the nation, but the judges do have some discretion when it comes to sentencing. Nonetheless, whether you’re under investigation or arrest for this alleged crime, you need to contact a Raleigh drug trafficking lawyer as soon as possible.
We at the Law Office of Dewey P. Brinkley understand how frightening this charge can be, especially with the prospect of imprisonment and a felony on your record. However, there are ways to defend your case, prove your innocence, and protect your rights.
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Drug trafficking is often a misunderstood term, as a lot of people associate it with drug cartels or major criminal organizations. Fact is, under North Carolina law, if you’re caught with a certain amount of a controlled substance, you can be convicted of drug trafficking and, in many cases, face mandatory imprisonment. The prosecution doesn’t even need to prove that the alleged offender had intended to distribute the drug or transport it from one place to another.
It is important to note that these limits represent the least severe drug trafficking charges. For example, the possession of 10 pounds of marijuana results in a Class H felony in North Carolina, while 50 pounds of marijuana could result in a Class G felony.
The penalties for drug trafficking vary based on the amount of drugs. In general, however, if charged with drug trafficking, you will be facing a mandatory minimum prison sentence and a felony. The penalties for drug trafficking are as follows:
| Drug | Amount of Drug | Type of Felony | Potential Jail Sentence |
| Marijuana | 10 to 49 pounds | Class H felony | 25 to 39 months |
| Cocaine | 28 to 199 grams | Class G felony | 35 to 51 months |
| Methamphetamine | 28 to 199 grams | Class F felony | 70 to 93 months |
| Opium or heroin | 4 to 13 grams | Class F felony | 70 to 93 months |
| LSD and MDMA | 100 to 499 units | Class G felony | 35 to 51 months |
For drug quantities higher than listed above, the penalties become incrementally more severe. The highest penalty for drug trafficking, a Class C felony, can result in 225 months to 282 months in prison (almost 23 years).
Because of the broad definitions for drug trafficking in North Carolina, if you’re caught in possession of a lot of drugs, the court can convict you of drug trafficking without even needing to prove your intent.
With years of experience as a Raleigh criminal defense and drug trafficking lawyer, Dewey P. Brinkley will aggressively and diligently fight using a multiple-angle approach, using the leading defense strategies while challenging the prosecution’s narrative, evidence, and witnesses. We won’t stop until every legal option is exhausted.
For a free consultation with Attorney Brinkley, contact our Raleigh law firm by dialing (919) 832-0307 today.
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Tried over 250 criminal cases in local courts.
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Before founding our Criminal Defense Law Firm in Raleigh, Attorney Dewey P. Brinkley worked for almost three years in the Wake County District Attorney’s office, gaining in-depth experience handling domestic violence, misdemeanors and juvenile court offenses.
As a Raleigh Criminal Defense Lawyer, he handles serious felony charges, including armed robbery and attempted murder, as well as DWI, traffic tickets and violations and misdemeanors. Whatever charge you face, we can help.