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Melbourne Drug Crimes Lawyer

Fighting Possession, Manufacture, Distribution, & Trafficking Charges in Florida

Person buying drugs Facing a drug charge is a frightening and overwhelming experience. Your freedom is in jeopardy, so it is important to ensure that your rights are protected at every stage of the process. Be sure to review your Miranda Rights and contact a drug charges attorney before speaking with the police. At Funk, Szachacz & Diamond, our Melbourne drug crimes lawyers are all Board Certified lawyers.

Are you facing a drug charge? Call Funk, Szachacz & Diamond today at (321) 360-4446 or contact us online to schedule a meeting with our Melbourne drug crime lawyer!

Florida Drug Crimes

In Florida, drug crimes include possession, manufacture, cultivation, distribution, or trafficking of a controlled substance. This may include illegal drugs, such as marijuana, cocaine, methamphetamines, or heroin, or prescription drugs, such as painkillers, without a valid prescription.

Drug charges, such as:

Drug Possession – Drug possession is a charge that involves possession of a drug for personal use. The person did not manufacture, distribute, or sell the substance. Possession may be a misdemeanor or felony charge, depending on the amount, type of drug, and other factors.
Drug Manufacturing & Cultivation – People may be charged with manufacturing illegal drugs, such as methamphetamine or cultivation for illegally growing marijuana. Involvement in any part of the production process could result in felony charges.
Drug Trafficking & Distribution – The specific charges depends on the type and amount of drug. For a minor offense, possession with an intent to sell may be a misdemeanor charge. However, this could also be a felony charge, depending on the circumstances. Drug trafficking is a first-degree felony.

The possible penalties for conviction depend on the type of drug, the specific charges, any prior convictions, and other factors. If convicted, you could face large fines, mandatory treatment, and jail or prison terms. In some situations, mandatory minimum sentences may apply.

What Is the Mandatory Minimum Sentence for Drug Possession in Florida?

In Florida, the penalties for drug possession vary depending on the amount of drugs that were in your possession:

First Degree Misdemeanor Possession: the penalty for this charge is up to one year in jail plus court costs
Third Degree Felony Possession: the penalty for this charge is up to five years in prison
First Degree Felony: the penalty for this charge is up to 30 years in prison and up to $250,000 in fines

Our Melbourne drug crimes attorneys provide legal representation for all types of felony and misdemeanor drug crimes. There are a number of possible defenses for drug crimes. Our Board Certified attorneys work together on every case. You can count on them to defend your drug charges. We can investigate your case to prepare the most effective defense with the highest level of professionalism and ethical standards.

Contact Funk, Szachacz & Diamond today to schedule a consultation!

Our Case Results

From murder charges to alleged fraud, our case successes speak for themselves. Our clients themselves testify to the premium care that our firm holds as a standard for all of our cases.

Not convicted of any crime. Mr. M. was arrested and charged with Trafficking in Oxycodone, Conspiracy to Traffic in Oxycodone and Acquiring a Controlled Substance by Fraud. After a year-long investigation by the attorneys, the Government dismissed all felonies and Mr. M. was not convicted of any crime. Trafficking Drugs
Dismissed Mr. W. was arrested and charged with 6 counts of Possession of Hydrocodone. After the firm conducted a pre-trial investigation, the Government dismissed all 6 counts. 6 counts of Possession of Hydrocodone. Drugs
Dismissed Mr. S. was arrested and charged with Trafficking in Cannabis and Cultivation of Cannabis. After a thorough review of the search warrant and the witness statements by the firm, the Government dismissed all charges. Trafficking in Cannabis and Cultivation of Cannabis. Drugs
Dismissed All Felonies After a large investigation by the Office of the Statewide Prosecution, Mr. M. became a target. As a result, Mr. M. was arrested and charged with Conspiracy to Traffic in Cannabis, Manufacture/Cultivation of Cannabis and Accessory After the fact. The Office of the Statewide Prosecutor alleged that Mr. M. was a conspirator in a case where 12 defendants were named and charged. After a thorough investigation by Funk, Szachacz & Diamond, the Government agreed to dismiss all felonies against Mr. M. He served no additional prison or jail. Conspiracy to Traffic Drugs
Dismissed Prominent physician and graduate of the prestigious University of North Carolina School of Medicine. Dr. W. was arrested and charged with two counts of Trafficking in Drugs that was punishable by up to 60 years in a Florida State Prison. After a 3 year battle with the government, the firm successfully dismantled the State’s case resulting in Dr. W. not serving one day in jail. Two Counts of Trafficking Drugs
Dismissed Mr. R. was arrested and charged with Trafficking in Cannabis, Leasing a Dwelling to Traffic in Cannabis and Possession with Intent to Deliver Cannabis. After a thorough investigation and the attorneys confronting Drug Agents with their actions pre-trial, the Government dismissed all charges against Mr. R., thereby exonerating him. Trafficking in Cannabis Drugs
Not Convicted Mr. Z. was arrested and charged with Trafficking in Cannabis, Manufacturing Cannabis, Conspiracy to Traffic in Cannabis and Conspiracy to Manufacture/Sell Cannabis. After consulting with experts and conducting an extensive pre-trial investigation, the Government abandoned the major accusations resulting in Mr. Z. not being convicted and not spending 1 day in jail or prison. Trafficking in Cannabis, Manufacturing Cannabis Drugs
No Jail or Prison Time. Mr. G. was arrested and charged with Conspiracy to Traffic in Cocaine and 4 counts of Sale of Cocaine by the Office of the Statewide Prosecutor. The huge investigation by the Government resulted in 6 defendants being charged with related crimes. After the attorneys reviewed the evidence, the Government agreed to resolve Mr. G.’s case that included no jail or prison time. Conspiracy to Traffic Cocaine Drugs

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