Drug Trafficking in Rhode Island

Narcotics Trafficking in Rhode Island

Drug trafficking is generally defined as the sale and distribution of illegal substances such as heroin, LSD, MDMA (ecstasy), marijuana, steroids, cocaine, PCP, and methamphetamine.

In many states, drug trafficking falls under the category of "Organized Crime", which has the potential to increase the severity of any penalties issued after a conviction.

Although penalties for federal drug trafficking convictions vary based on the state in which the crime takes place, it is both a state and a federal crime. Punishments often depend on the substance, as well as the quantity of drugs involved. Because drug trafficking is closely associated with organized crime, the state of Rhode Island litigates drug trafficking crimes with the intent to prosecute offenders to the fullest extent of the law.

In addition to the possibility of serious prison time, a drug trafficking conviction also has the potential to remain on your record for the rest of your life, making it difficult to attain employment, while simultaneously leading to the loss of personal property, denial of federal benefits, and the loss of real estate.

Federal Drug Trafficking Penalties

• First Offense Marijuana Distribution (1,000 kg or more), Not less than 10 years.
  
• First Offense Cocaine Distribution (5 kgs or more mixture) Not less than 10 years.
  
• First Offense Heroin Distribution (1 kg or more mixture) Not less than 20 years.
  
• First Offense LSD Distribution (10 gms or more mixture) Not less than 10 years.
  
• First Offense Methamphetamine Distribution (50 gms or more) Not less than 20 years.
  
• First Offense PCP (10 - 99 gms pure or 100 - 999 gms mixture) Not less than 20 years.
  

If you have been charged

A drug trafficking charge has the potential to destroy your life; which is why you should contact an experienced attorney before speaking to anyone involved with law enforcement agencies such as the FBI, DEA, or police department.

If you have been officially charged with drug trafficking or are currently under investigation in the state of Rhode Island, Criminal Defense Attorney John E. MacDonald will provide a comprehensive and tenacious defense in both state and federal courts.

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